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TOP QUALITY TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC
CDL Driver/Operator Local...ACME
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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.
$36,560 / year median in Louisiana
-10% projected decline
Job Description
CDL Truck Driver Duties and Responsibilities Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs. Pick-up and safely transport goods, livestock, etc. to the intended destination Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck, flatbed to prevent damage/injury Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries Assist in mapping driving routes Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery Communicate with dispatch as needed Confirm that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip Check weather conditions and road reports before departure Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.) Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs Track and report working hours Adhere to company rules and regulations Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions Comply with ICC and DOT regulations Make safety a priority at all times