JOB FUNCTION:
As a Truck Driver, you will play a crucial role in the safe and timely delivery of goods to our retail stores. Your expertise in operating a semi-truck, ensuring the secure transport of cargo, and adhering to all relevant traffic and safety regulations is essential in helping us maintain our efficient retail store operation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect equipment before and after trips. Report equipment conditions as necessary
- Read delivery assignment prior to departure
- Drive tractor-trailer, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations to transport and deliver products or materials, possibly over long distances
- Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position
- Drive truck to weigh stations as necessary along route to document weight and conform to state regulations
- Maintains driver log according to regulations
- Operate on-board technology
- Return backhauls as assigned
- Report to work when scheduled
- Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all assigned equipment
- Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 21 years old or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess a valid Class A CDL
- Have one of the following:
- 2 years over-the-road verifiable experience
- Successful completion of an approved and accredited CDL transportation program based on the FMCSA Safety Curriculum
- Uses good judgment in decision making
- Ability to effectively interpret DOT and FMCSA Regulations
- Ability to understand and follow maps and instructions
- Successful completion of driving/backing evaluation by a Fareway CDL Trainer
- Knowledge of samsara ELDs is preferred, not required.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities
- Basic math skills are required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, climbing, crawling, balancing, bending, and repetitive motions
- Ability to handle stress, including emergency situations
- Must pass FMCSA Clearinghouse check, DOT pre-employment physical and work screen, drug screen, and criminal background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Generally, work inside climate controlled tractor. Some exposure to outdoor seasonal temperatures
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and fumes
- Noise level in work environment is low to moderate
- Work schedule can vary and may consist of as much as 2-3 days per week or as little as 1 day every couple of weeks
BENEFITS:
- Saturdays off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Discount
- Weekly Pay
- On-the-job, paid training
Starting Pay: $25 / hr. Top Wage: $26.40 /hr. For more information, please call Bret Grimes at (515)-317-9119 or Blake Linsenmeyer at (515)-758-4131.
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