Duties:
- Attention to detail is required while maintaining records, logs and forms, including any forms required by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
- You will be required to maintain records by retaining load-related paperwork, electronic logs (e.g., hours of service log) and forms (e.g., forms required by the Department of Transportation, local, state, and federal agencies)
- Safety, accuracy, and attention to detail are critical to these roles.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure safety and compliance.
- Performed additional duties as assigned in the Yard or Warehouse
- Drives tractor/trailers in a safe and correct manner by adhering to all regulations (e.g., company, local, state, and federal)
- Transports trailers to appropriate destinations in an accurate and timely manner
- Tells management about unsafe working conditions, damaged products, or improper procedures.
- Maintain trailers by inspecting to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order; maintaining proper fuel levels; and performing trailer inventory checks.
- Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.
- Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
- You’ll typically work 8-hour shifts, approximately 32 to 40 hours per week.
- You may be required to use handheld device for Yard information.
- Must be comfortable with working Outdoors.
- Be TEAM OBSESSED!! We strive to create a team that will bring smiles to our customers.
Skills:
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) A Required
- Proven experience operating trailers
- Proficiency in driving vehicles with manual transmissions
- Familiarity with heavy equipment operation
- Experience as a delivery driver is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Trucking home time:
Experience:
- Driving: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- Newark, NJ 07107 (Required)
Work Location: In person