Delivery Driver

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ACO, Inc., CDL Driver Position Description

CDL DRIVER SUMMARY: OTR

CDL drivers transport goods between locations using tractor trailers and heavy trucks. They often travel extensive distances to deliver their loads and must adhere to traffic and safety regulations while still making their deliveries on time.

CDL DRIVER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform safety checks of brakes, steering column, lights, and mirrors prior to each leg of journey to ensure road readiness

Follow and maintain loading protocols, using chains and binders to secure cargo, and re-checking their stability throughout trips

Inspect trailers before and after loading, paying attention to status of air lines and jack positions and adjusting them as necessary

Visit weigh stations before and after packing to ensure that loads meet state safety regulations, making alterations to loads when required by law Contribute to company data by honestly recording times of delivery and hours worked

Assist in unloading cargo when delivery sites are understaffed, maintaining product quality throughout conveyance

Always adhere to traffic safety regulations, exercise caution in treacherous circumstances and report unsafe vehicle or road conditions to supervisors and highway authorities

Use GPS to stay informed of route information, and communicate with supervisors and colleagues using CB radio and cab computer

Must follow all company policies

All other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management.

CDL DRIVER EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GEDCDL license

Two years of experience working as a CDL driver with no legal or safety incidents on record

Prefer completion of professional truck driving educational program

CDL DRIVER 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.

Ability to lift and/or move 75 pounds

Ability to sit for extended periods while operating truck

Comfortable operating heavy machinery

Hand-eye coordination

Strong eyesight & Hearing

CDL DRIVER ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Attention to detail

Comfortable operating heavy machinery

Good Hand-eye coordination

Strong eyesight & Hearing Good verbal and written communication skills

Certified Forklift Operator

CDL DRIVER OTHER DUTIES:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation details: 28-30 Hourly Wage

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