Tidewater Direct LLC - Local Straight Truck Driver

Will be required to operate equipment in a safe manner, and must be skilled and qualified to drive in all types of terrain, routes and environmental conditions

Safely operate a straight truck in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations

Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations

Ensure security of equipment and cargo

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the straight truck prior to each trip and at the end of each trip

Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, and conduct inspection of vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring

Promptly report all maintenance problems to Logistics Manager

Verify customer/job information on pallets, pallet count and weight versus paperwork given, and report any discrepancies to Shipping Manager

May be required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs and other items

May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs

Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public

Will assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight, Customer site loading/unloading freight

Regular attendance is required.

This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background

21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations (1 year driving experience required)

Must possess a valid driver’s license. Class B Commercial Driver’s License preferred, but not required

Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse if Class B CDL holder

Based on licensing/endorsement qualification, must be able to drive a straight truck for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements

Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs. 

Ability to operate a forklift, and a clamplift (minimum 7,500 lb)

Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR

Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations, pass FMCSA required medical exam and speak and read English

Must be able to lift approximately 40 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job

Must be able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain, including, but not limited to, traffic, single lane roads, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, bridges, tunnels, etc.

Must be able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc.

Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct

Must be able to interact well with others

Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting

Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities

Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines

Must be able and willing to comply with authorities during on-road and weigh facility inspections

Must pass a drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, and also to stand and walk. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.