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Sunbelt-Solomon Services
Truck Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$42,667 / year median in Kansas
-7% projected decline
Job Description
The Truck Driver is responsible for transporting transformer units and materials to their assigned locations, ensuring timely delivery in a safe and efficient manner. Compliance with all safety requirements, transportation regulations and company policies are essential functions of this role. Operate trucks safely, following all traffic laws and adhering to company policies and procedures. Load and unload transformer units and materials, ensuring that items are properly secured during transit. Plan and follow the best routes, taking into account traffic and weather conditions to ensure timely delivery of goods. Conduct regular vehicle inspections to maintain its safe operation, identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues that require attention. Communicate effectively with team members, dispatchers and clients, updating on delivery statuses and possible delays. Adhere to safety protocols, such as wearing seat belts and personal protective equipment when required. Complete delivery logs and other necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner. Communicate courteously with other drivers, pedestrians, and road users. Interacting professionally with clients and notating customer preferences, acting as a contact for the company Compensation is paid by the mile. Drivers can expect to drive an average of 1500-2500 miles per week; however, this can vary based on business needs HS diploma/GED required. 2 years working experience as a truck driver required. Valid Class A CDL required. OTR flatbed experience required. Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles required. ELD (Electronic Logging Device) experience preferred. Able to maintain HAZMAT endorsement. Clean and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Basic knowledge of truck maintenance and repair, including identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment. Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values. Complete company compliance and safety training when required. Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment. Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following: Driving for long durations Bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting a minimum of 50lbs when unloading and securing cargo. Where Potential Powers Progress At Sunbelt Solomon, we believe progress starts with people — their ideas, their expertise, and their drive to make energy work better. With more than a century of combined experience, we deliver full-lifecycle power, energy, and automation solutions across the Americas. From our 39+ locations and a team of over 1,600 skilled professionals, we serve nearly every industry with the people, products, and insight needed to keep the electricity running. Our solutions span low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, covering the complete electrical lifecycle, from design and engineering to operation, maintenance, modernization, and sustainable decommissioning. We're known for our expertise in remanufacturing electrical equipment, including transformers and switchgear, and for providing flexible, reliable temporary power rental solutions. Through the Sunbelt Solomon family of brands, including Trinity Power, Magna IV Engineering, and Power Solutions Group, we combine deep technical field experience with advanced engineering and turnkey project delivery. Together, we help customers optimize performance, extend asset life, and achieve sustainability goals while building a more resilient, efficient energy future. At our core, we're powered by people — innovators, engineers, technicians, and problem solvers — all working together to deliver energy solutions that move industries forward. Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.