Essential Functions

• Responsible for transporting goods from one location to another in a timely fashion using flat bed or tractor-trailer trucks.
• Delivers goods while operating a tractor-trailer or flat bed. Including rural, suburban and urban areas in various states.
• Loads and unloads cargo.
• Records amount and type of cargo being delivered.
• Takes orders for new delivers.
• May drive long distances.
• Fills up on fuel, cleans truck, and washes windows.
• Reports to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road.
• Monitors road conditions and watches for traffic congestion.
• Follows all applicable traffic laws.
• Inspects the trailer before and after the trip, and records any defects they found.
• Follows accident procedures if an accident occurs.
• Keeps a log of activities.
• Reports any mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Keeps truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order.
• Plans routes using maps or satellite tracking.
• Makes deliveries timely.
• Maintains log of trips.
• Performs other tasks and duties as directed by management.

Working Condition

• Ability to work in varying weather temperatures, depending upon season. May be exposed to various conditions when working outside.

Physical Demands

• Regularly sitting in a truck. Frequently lifts up to 50 pounds. Bends, stoops, stands, walks, pivots. Sits for long periods of time. Good sense of balance. Good vision and reflexes.

Hazardous

• Traffic conditions. Weather conditions.

Job Requirements

• Teamwork
• Emphasizing Excellence
• Initiative
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Listening
• Reporting Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
• High School Diploma equivalency
• Must maintain CDL license