Truck Driver CDL A

Truck Driver CDL A

Job Category : Transportation / Logistics Requisition Number : TEMPL013630 Showing 1 location Job Details

Description

The Transfer Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of vehicles within the PnP regional network as well as from / to customer locations.

The routes are on private and public roads, including highways, and at times be required to cross state lines. Drivers are provided with all safety training as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

This position performs safety-sensitive functions and participates in mandated random drug and alcohol testing.

Essential Functions :

• Using an electronic tablet, conduct all pre and post-trip vehicle inspections daily;
• Maintain all required documentation such as driver manifests and electronic hours logs in accordance to state and federal regulations;
• Have ability to maneuver truck / trailer combination into loading area to ensure vehicles can be properly loaded;
• Oversee loading of vehicles onto trailer to ensure cargo can be safely secured for transport;
• Securely attach the cables using winch system to prevent cargo from shifting while in transit;
• Responsible for safe operation of truck / trailer combination while on route;
• Upon arrival at unloading site, properly remove cables from vehicles;
• Oversee unloading of cargo from trailer at unloading site to ensure it is completed in a safe manner using appropriate safety gear and tools to prevent bodily injury / damage to equipment;
• Secure and prepare truck / trailer combination for next pick up;
• Maintain truck in clean and professional condition;
• Stay in constant communication with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up; and
• All other duties as assigned.

Internal Control Responsibilities :

Supports the Company's Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to better relate to the business.

Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Interpersonal Contacts :

Direct contact with Facilities & Operations Supervisor, Dispatcher, or Terminal Operations Supervisor, and operations production employees.

Face-to-face and radio communication required daily.

Job Conditions :

This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard.

Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment as needed, must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards.

Travel is not required for this position.

Handling multiple issues regarding safety and maintenance increases pressure. Workload may be unpredictable, and pressure can be substantial during peak times.

Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of workflow and / or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis.

Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions :

• Ability to : sit constantly; stand and walk frequently on uneven ground and throughout the yard; lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently;
• push and pull occasionally when moving materials; crouch or bend at the knees consistently to move or access materials or equipment;
• stoop or bend at the waist consistently to move materials; reach at arms length and overhead frequently; twist and turn at the neck and trunk continually;
• climb occasionally when obtaining items; manual dexterity required as Driver will handle, grasp, and manipulate controls and equipment constantly;

arm-hand steadiness required constantly for precision work; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Mental dexterity needed as Driver will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

Qualifications :

• Valid Class A Commercial Drivers license
• Valid medical card
• Three (3) years verifiable Class A driving experience within the last five (5) years
• No more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years
• Ability to use cell phone, email, and electronic tablet

PLEASE NOTE : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

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Comml Drivers License