Straight Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Driver is responsible for delivering products to clients; inspect general condition of vehicle; prepare, load, unload, operate, and clean vehicle including following all safety precautions in accordance with SGWS and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE :

• Drive established route to deliver products to assigned locations.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle prior to commencing route.
• Perform white glove deliveries, including assembly, unboxing, debris removal, pre-delivery site inspection with pictures/video and team lift
• Always adhere to safe and courteous operation of delivery vehicle.
• Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g., neat, clean, and properly attired).
• Adhere to all Safety regulations and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods.
• Load and unloaded cargo make sure safety equipment is being utilized.
• Ensure cargo is secured properly compliant with safety requirements.
• Communicate changes to delivery schedules, delays, arrivals and/or equipment problems as encountered
• Follow/adhere to all traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle, product, and equipment tidy and in good working order.
• Work flexible hours which include early morning (i.e., 4:00a.m. – 6:00a.m. start times), evenings and/or Saturday’s; Overtime will be required at times.
• Participate in Driver’s On-Call schedule, requiring driver to be available after hours and weekends as scheduled
• Assist with warehouse duties as requested
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Comply with SEKO’s C-TPAT Security Profile.
• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace. Comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures. Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations.
• Assist with End Of Day security, including verification that all dock doors and man doors are locked and secured. Set alarm if last to leave.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail skills to process large numbers of deliveries.
• Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
• Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills.
• Knowledge with GPS navigation technology.
• Knowledge of delivery area and alternate routes.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

Minimum:

• High school diploma/GED and 2-5 years driving experience in a distribution environment.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• Must be Department of Transportation (DOT) certified.
• Experience with route delivery/driving.