Summary:

Transport Driver is responsible for transporting finished goods and raw materials over land to and from retail and distribution centers. Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.

THIS POSITION IS BASED OUT OF MASSEY, MD

Qualifications/Duties/Responsibilities:

Deliver goods while operating a tractor-trailer truck, sometimes over intercity routes or spanning several states. Load and unload cargo. Record amount and type of cargo being delivered. Take orders for new delivers. Drive long distances. Fill up on fuel, clean truck, and wash windows. Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road. Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion. Follow all applicable traffic laws. Inspect their trailer before and after the trip and record any defects they find. Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs. Keep a log of their activities. Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel. Keep their truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order. Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking. Get goods to client on time. Take rest periods during trip. Transport hazardous materials. Take special precautions while driving. Buy or lease trucks from other companies. Maintain log of trips Must have a valid Class A CDL driver's license with Haz Mat & Tanker Endorsement Must provide driving record with under 2 points Deliver goods while operating a tractor-trailer truck, sometimes over intercity routes or spanning several states. Load and unload cargo. Record amount and type of cargo being delivered. Take orders for new delivers. Drive long distances. Fill up on fuel, clean truck, and wash windows. Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road. Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion. Follow all applicable traffic laws. Inspect their trailer before and after the trip, and record any defects they find. Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs. Keep a log of their activities. Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel. Keep their truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order. Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking. Get goods to client on time. Take rest periods during trip. Transport hazardous materials. Take special precautions while driving. Buy or lease trucks from other companies. Find and keep clients. Maintain log of trips. 1 - 2 years driving experience