OTR Driver

Job description

The Tractor-Trailer Driver will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials to customers in a timely and professional manner. This job description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws. Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required routes , obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations. Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals. Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete. Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Shipping Supervisor. Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Training & Experience ): ​​ Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required. Experience: At least 2 years of professional driving experience operating a tractor-trailer or other heavy commercial vehicle. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS: Required: Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), held for a minimum of 2 years. Additional Certifications: While not required , candidates with certifications relevant to warehouse management, logistics , or safety are encouraged to submit them for consideration. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of part numbers and part usage and understand applications for use. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate in English and Spanish clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of subordinates. Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor . Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff. Ability to perform other duties as assigned. Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a good and positive working relationship with all co-workers and other contacts. Required to comply with all Imperative Logistics' policies and procedures. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed outside having a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements, such as: fumes, smoke or gases, dust, grease, and oils. Work involves rotating shifts and working extended workdays outside the regular working hours and on-call . Capable of working closely with others, and with moving objects or vehicles in an excessive noisy environment. Exposure to unknown and dangerous conditions . Work requires straight pulling, simple and dual simultaneous grasping, standing, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, stooping, reaching above shoulders, climbing stairs, walking, carrying over 45 pounds, and moderate lifting over 45 pounds. Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of colors, and hear is needed to perform essential functions. WHAT WE OFFER Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401k + matching contribution HSA + matching contribution Paid Time Off Life Insurance Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance ...and more! Imperative Logistics Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.