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Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply
CDL A 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.
$40,200 / year median in Maryland
-11% projected decline
Job Description
CDL A Driver
A CDL Driver will support the branch manager and dispatch managers and the company's goals. Drivers are expected to support Branch Managers by performing the tasks and activities required for successful branch operations, maintaining vehicle safety, as well as providing customer support. Additional requirements include the completion of tasks and activities assigned in support of annual plans established by the Branch, its Region, and its Division. Responsibilities
Ewing Outdoor Supply-Distribution Center Base Pay:
$25.00/hrEwing Outdoor Supply-Distribution Center Base Pay:
$25.00/hr < DOE The Ewing CDL Driver serves as the front line for customer relations, customer service, branch and vehicle maintenance, and daily branch deliveries. A CDL Driver provides meaningful service to our customers in the most pleasant and professional manner possible.A CDL Driver will support the branch manager and dispatch managers and the company's goals. Drivers are expected to support Branch Managers by performing the tasks and activities required for successful branch operations, maintaining vehicle safety, as well as providing customer support. Additional requirements include the completion of tasks and activities assigned in support of annual plans established by the Branch, its Region, and its Division. Responsibilities
- Transport materials to and from retail or distribution centers
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
- Comply with CDL rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Report defects, accidents, or violations
- Proven work experience as a CDL Driver
- Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB, etc)
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- No recent moving or driving violations
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc)
- Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations
- Valid CDL license
- Use of payroll system regularly to clock in and out in accordance with Company policy and state/federal laws and regulations.