Truck Driver

Job description

DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION POSITION: TRUCK DRIVER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of the Truck Driver as determined by SunEnergy1 standards are to include, but are not limited to: Responsible for transporting cargo from one place to another using tractor-trailer trucks or other company owned vehicles as needed Operate trucks with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds gross vehicle weight Deliver cargo while operating a tractor-trailer truck, sometimes over intercity routes, intrastate Load and unload cargo Keep truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking; get cargo to site on time, safely Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs Follow all applicable traffic laws Perform pre-trip inspections and record any defects found Keep a daily log of activities Record amount and type of cargo being delivered Transport hazardous materials WORK REQUIREMENTS: Valid CDL Class-A license required Minimum of 3 years of experience driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle Hazmat and Tanker endorsements preferred Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations No recent moving or driving violations Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly Ability to multi-task Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to relate to people Must have the ability to work individually or as a team Must be self-motivated Must be well organized and detail oriented