Job Description
A Puryear Dump Truck Driver must report to work on time and deliver loads according to schedule. Drivers are expected to interact with customers in a pleasant manner and to remain calm and professional in all situations.
Responsibilities Include:
- Operates vehicle in a manner that shows safety is a priority
- Drives defensively at all times to avoid accidents
- Visually and manually inspects the inside and outside of the vehicle
- Follows a structured checklist to document condition of the vehicle
- Documents improperly working items or damage to the vehicle
- Loads and unloads freight according to customer and freight handling specifications
- Secures cargo for transport
- Checks and protects freight during transport
- Maneuvers truck into loading or unloading positions, and checks that vehicle loading and unloading equipment is properly positioned
- Interacts with customers in a pleasant and friendly manner
- Responds to customer complaints and issues in a calm and professional manner
- Obtains receipts or signatures when required
- Checks and documents condition of vehicle at completion of transport
- Documents all mileage and service hours to abide by D.O.T. log regulations
- Describes vehicle condition to Maintenance personnel when repairs are needed
- Completes all other daily responsibilities of a driving professional
- Attends safety meetings and training programs to remain up-to-date on safety policies and procedures, and ensure that recurrent training is complete as required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license in the state he/she resides
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsements or able to obtain within 90 days or employment
- Able to obtain a TWIC Card
- Acceptable driving record meeting company hiring standards, verified through a current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Two years driving experience
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Ability to pass a pre-hire driving test
- Ability to pass a D.O.T. level physical and drug/alcohol test
- Ability to pass physical abilities test
- Knowledge of traffic laws, rules and regulations
- Customer-service oriented
- Demonstrates characteristics of a team player
- Oral and written communication skills