Local Truck Driver

Local Truck Driver 14223 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, AK 99611 From $33 an hour - Full-time From $33 an hour -

Full-time Summary:

Drives tractor-trailer to transport vans, tankers, flatbeds, lowboys, reefers, etc., on public roads or highways, from various locations to the customer(s).

Essential Functions:

• Drives truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Maintain truck log, according to state and federal regulations.
• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and reports any discrepancies indicating truck condition to the dispatcher or shop foreman.
• Maneuvers trailers in and around tight corners, through manufacturing areas and around high pedestrian traffic.
• Obtain shipping bills of lading and necessary signatures and returns completed paper work with timesheet daily.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive delivery instructions.
• May perform emergency roadside repairs, brake adjustments, and install tire chains.
• May drive tractor with two trailers hitched in tandem.
• May perform hot oil and fuel loading at the refinery; propane and mineral oil loading at the yard.
• Uses proper equipment for loading/unloading of freight to prevent damage to product or injury from strain.
• Must observe state and city speed and safety regulations as well as company customer service and safety policies.
• Performs related duties as assigned by dispatchers.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to drop and spot trailers on varied terrains.
• Requires high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of tractor-trailer and in preventing damage to materials and tractor-trailer equipment.
• Must be able to back trailers in and out of receiving docks as well as service bays in the shop.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to quickly and accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Tact and diplomacy required in dealing with customer personnel at delivery points.
• Must pass substance abuse screening (as a safety sensitive employee subject to random substance abuse screening under company policy)
• Must have the ability to work independently; pay attention to minute details; be organized with ability to prioritize and complete tasks; bring energy to the position and be internally inspired using his or her initiative; be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to successfully complete a company logbook and demonstrate basic math skills.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Driver is 21 years or older for Interstate (Can be 18 but operate Intrastate Only - No Hazmat) — FMCSR Part 391.11 (b) (1)
• Read and speak English sufficiently to converse with general public and comprehend DOT and OSHA regulations — FMCSR Part 391.11 (b) (2)
• No serious moving violation (excessive speeding over 15 mph) or DUI in the previous 5 years
• Three plus year winter driving experience in a tractor trailer Certificates, Licenses, Registration
• Valid Alaska Class A CDL
• Hazmat endorsement (X) if over age 21
• Valid medical card — FMCSR Part 391.

11 (b) (4)

Preferred:

• Tanker/chemical experience
• Doubles/triples (T) endorsement / Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) Certification

TWIC Card Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

Company driver

Trucking Route:

Local Work Days:

Weekdays Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

Class A CDL (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Kenai, AK 99611 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Kenai, AK 99611: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person