CDL A Truck Driver

Commercial Truck Driver Job Description

Job Position: Regional, commercial, combination Class A vehicle driver

Specification:

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1. Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A with necessary endorsements from your state of residence.
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2. Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record and possess verifiable experience or acceptable training.
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3. Must meet all Federal and State requirements for certification including a pre-employment alcohol and controlled substances screen and meet all medical standards of the US Department of Transportation.
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4. Must possess the ability to read and write in English, perform mathematical calculations to accurately and legibly complete paperwork to include freight bills, receipts, maintain logs, read maps, and road signs.
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5. Must possess good oral communication skills and be able to follow instructions and take direction by various means of communication such as phone, two way radio and computer.
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Physical Requirements:

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1. Must be able to perform duties that require bending at the wrist, neck, and waist; twisting and rotating hands, shoulders, elbows, and forearms; frequent squatting and crouching.
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2. Must have the ability to grip and grasp to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
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3. Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for up to 11 hours, including night driving and be able to spend time standing and walking on surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal, and sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.
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4. Must be able to properly load, unload and secure cargo including all related duties. Must be able to maneuver tarps overhead that weigh 75 lbs. if on the flatbed division.
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5. Must be able to climb to heights of 14 feet. Driver may enter and exit the vehicles cab as much as 8-10 times a day. Cab level is generally 36” to 66” from ground level, with entry achieved by the assistance of one or two steps and hand holds.
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Duties:

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1. Must be able to operate a commercial vehicle safely and legally, transport freight timely, safely unhook trailers from tractors, inspect truck for defects, secure all shipments by tying down or bracing cargo on or within trailer as required, perform frequent lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying various weight, load and unload to assure without causing damage to cargo, and danger to persons, properly handle and complete all necessary paperwork, maintain effective relations between company and customers in a professional manner.
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2. Must be able to work irregular schedules, in temperatures and weather extremes, exposed to noise and vibrations, as well as stress and fatigue related to the job. Must be able to meet all company requirements and agree to the requirements, policies, and work rules.
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