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Description
The Driver role performs dedicated pick-up and delivery in the local area for assigned routes. This position requires a Class A license, 2 years minimum experience operating a tractor/trailer (53' dry van, High Cube, Flatbed), clean DMV (no major at-fault accidents or speeding in commercial vehicles) and current medical card, city driving experience in all weather conditions. Material handling is required. This is a fast-paced, dedicated on-time delivery environment - a sense of urgency and commitment to customer service is a must.
Requirements
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Keep paperwork and cargo supply organized to facilitate a smooth workflow.
- Responsible for occasional route coverage to absence of other drivers.
- Load, secure, inspect and fuel before and as necessary during your shift.
- Immediately report any problems during route to immediate supervisor.
- Assist in helping other drivers during load outs to maintain a safe work environment.
- Keep assigned Truck and work area at Terminal organized and clean for safety and efficiency.
- Tarp, Strap and Chain (when required) all loads to Federal Cargo Requirements.
- Sense of urgency and commitment to customer service.
- Ensures that safety requirements are followed by drivers at all times.
- Advanced knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
- Route planning for optimal driver and vehicle utilization.
- Maintains clear and accurate records and logs.
- Evaluates and adjusts routes based on daily needs, available workers, traffic hazards and weather conditions.
Qualifications & Skills needed:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong math & writing skills
- Customer and Quality focused
- Intermediate computer skills
- 2-4 years of experience in the transportation field or any other related industry
- LEAN understanding with the ability to fully execute 5s and 7s
- Understanding of logistics, shipping, receiving and transportation
- Excellent time management
- Great communication and soft skills
- High Sense of accuracy
- Knowledge of inventory control
- Assertive; being able to meet high volume demand
- Able to collaborate with all parties necessary to achieve goals
- Knowledge of handheld RF equipment a plus
- May need to use light power tools
OTT Qualities
- Adherence to all OTT Safety, Quality, ISO, and HR policies and standards
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