Class A Driver Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Class A Driver to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Perform coupling/un-coupling procedures for the tractor/trailer as needed;
- Perform other tasks as needed;
- Pickup, load and unload damaged goods and customer returns, and complete necessary paperwork;
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Harvest policies and procedures;
- Assist colleagues as needed;
- Performs other related duties as assigned;
- Maintains company gas credit cards, and valid/current proof of insurance and registration in vehicle;
- Maintains a daily, legible DOT log book and submits as required;
- Deliver cargo and material;
- Provides good customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company’s image;
- Document and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving;
- Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure;
- Balances and handles an expense account for each trip by recording all expenses and maintaining all receipts;
- Report defects, accidents or violations;
- Applies knowledge and abilities to safely load and unload deliveries according to size of load and content description.
Requirements:
- Must pass background check;
- Must pass drug screen;
- May require the employee to occasionally reach above shoulder level, bend at and below waist level for maneuvering, and operations of truck;
- May require lifting of items heavier than 25 lbs;
- Class A Driver’s License;
- Respectable driving record;
- Can lift 50+ lbs;
- Minimum a 1 year of experience required;
- Valid Class A licenseClean driving record within the last 2 years;
- 18+ years old;
- 21+ years old;
- Be able to pass drug and alcohol test;
- Minimum 6 months experience;
- Class A Driver License required;
- Can lift 60+ lbs.