Class A Truck Driver

Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities 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 the tractor unit Transport goods from the place of origin to assigned destination Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the 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 Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries Communicate with dispatch as needed Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip Check weather conditions and road reports before departure Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered 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 DOT regulations Make safety a priority at all times Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred Valid Class A driver's license required Valid HazMat Endorsement or eligible to receive 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred Clean driving record with no moving violations Must pass a background check and drug test Skilled at driving large vehicles Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer Alert, focused, and detail-oriented Physically and mentally fit Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc. Proficient using GPS and other routing systems An innate sense of direction Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful High level of composure and good stress management