Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle.
- Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
- Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
- Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to tractor unit.
- Transport goods, livestock, etc. from place of origin to assigned destination.
- Pick-up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner.
- Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage.
- Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations.
- Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients.
- Assist in mapping delivery routes.
- Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries.
Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times.
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
- Track and report working hours.
- Adhere to company rules and regulations.
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions.
- Comply with ICC and DOT regulations.
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Class A driver's license required.
- 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred.
- Clean driving record with no moving violations.
- Must pass background check and drug test.
- Skilled at driving large vehicles.
- Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer.