ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary Verify and complete required documentation and reports Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch as required, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs and solicit additional business Demonstrate internal and external customer service Ask for additional business from customers, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires May be required to perform job duties of a road driver or a dock employee where operationally necessary Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures Perform other duties as required DISCLAIMER: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck Ability to follow instructions and complete required training Ability to work independently and/or as a team member WORKING CONDITIONS: Drive throughout shift on all types of roads and in all types of weather Exposure to noise and vibration Exposure to dust and diesel fumes Exposure to hazardous materials shipped and packaged under DOT regulations Hours may vary due to operational need The Hazardous Materials endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of offer acceptance.
