Driver - Ocean State Job Lot

The CDL Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently operating company-owned tractor-trailer trucks to transport merchandise among the distribution center, retail stores, and various vendor pick-up points. This role may drive for short haul and/or long haul trips, yard work, container shuttles, airport transfers, vacation relief, equipment service and other trips. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure trailers are delivered in a safe, timely, and professional manner
• Perform safety inspections before and after trips, checking all vehicle mechanics according to company safety guidelines
• Perform or schedule vehicle maintenance when needed
• Manage proof of delivery paperwork to ensure proper documentation is maintained and submitted to leadership 
• Monitor quality of goods. Confirm that each shipment load matches the manifest documentation
• Account for the safe handling of freight loaded/unloaded during live loads/unloads. Complete all required paperwork for pickups and deliveries
• Check weather conditions and traffic reports before departure
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Comply with all Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and maintain an excellent safety record
• Assist with other duties for the distribution center as required, including without limitation organizing trailers within the truck yard to prepare for unloading, loading, and transport
• Comply with all company policies, standard operating procedures, and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations
• Demonstrate flexibility around work assignments and schedule requirements with prior notification

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with safe and efficient operation of tandem day-cabs or sleepers either over-the-road or regionally required
• Experience with electronic equipment and software required (examples: ELD, EDVIR, GPS, CB)
• Clean CDL driving record
• Valid medical certificate required 
• Ability to pass a DOT drug test, federal clearinghouse check, DOT physical, and all other state and federal regulatory requirements required 
• Experience with dry van delivery preferred 
• ATTRIBUTES:
• Effective Communicator: You possess strong communication skills and enjoy working with customers and coworkers. You have the ability to build and maintain a culture of trust and respect.
• Team Oriented: You are capable of embracing the ideas of others (even if they conflict with your own) for the sake of the company and client.
• Self-motivated: You can work with a minimum of supervision and be capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a proactive manner.
• Flexible: You have great flexibility in work schedules, while also being dependable. You are comfortable with long-haul transport.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Moving, transporting, and positioning objects of up to 50 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

This job description does not list all the duties of the job.  You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position.  Management has the right to revise this job description at any time.  The job description is not a contract, either express or implied.  You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.