CDL A DRIVER

CDL A DRIVER

Gainesville - Gainesville, GA 30501

Job Description

Georgia Building Supply has been built on a strong foundation of integrity. We believe in doing the right thing and delivering on the promises we make; we make no exceptions. Our goal on every project is to earn a highly satisfied customer for life. We are heavily invested in a forward-thinking work environment, where we apply advancements in construction technologies to old fashion know how. We never settle for how it's always been done and embrace new ideas that yield better solutions for our clients. We believe by staying ahead of trends, our clients can be confident their buildings will serve their needs now and well into the future. When working with Georgia Building Supply, you will be treated like family. We train every employee, from hourly staff to company executives, to deliver best practices, a long-standing tradition carried forth by three generations of family leadership. It focuses on providing a superior customer experience on every project, for every client, every time. When you work with Georgia Building Supply you will feel important to us, because you are.

Position Summary

As a Class A CDL driver, you will be responsible for transporting equipment, tools, materials, and supplies from one location to another. Driver duties include loading their vehicles, abiding by traffic laws, and ensuring safe unloading and delivery at their destination. They are also responsible for maintaining their vehicle's appearance and any other job duties as assigned. This role will generally drive a Class A, B or C truck hauling equipment on a flatbed, lowboy, or rollback truck. Must possess the ability to drive safely in tight settings such construction zones and construction jobsites.

Position Responsibilities

• Short and Long distance driving
• Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
• Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle
• Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Ensuring any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Capabilities

• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, to be familiar with not just traffic laws but rules regarding how often they are required to rest, maximum miles driven and the like
• Problem solving
• A clean driving record
• Physical fitness; required to pass a DOT physical every two years
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Decision Making/Judgement
• Customer Focus
• Visual and hearing acuity, in accordance with federal regulations which mandate that truck drivers have to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and the ability to distinguish the colors of traffic lights
• Listen, Watch, Learn
• Can deliver equipment in a timely manner
• Accepts Supervision and Constructive Criticism
• Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, fuel, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions

Working Conditions

• The majority of work completed on job sites or in a truck. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions.
• Some of the work is in an office setting, with intermittent sitting, standing, and walking.

Education & Experience

• HS Degree required
• 3-5 years hauling construction equipment preferred
• Knowledge of equipment is required