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.
Drillers Service is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States, specializing in water equipment components for the residential, commercial, and irrigation systems installed by our customer, the professional contractor. (no homeowners). We are known in our local markets as having quality service, long term quality people, and only representing the top manufacturers in the industry. Headwater Companies is a Division of Franklin Electric, a publicly-traded company on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol FELE. Join the DSI team where you are valued, treated well, and part of a respected, winning organization! Qualifications Valid driver's license (Class A or Class B required) Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) No record of citation or conviction of any
DUI / DWI
within the previous 5 years Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen Must consent to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen Forklift experience preferred Moffit experience preferred but not required What You Get Compensation $1,000 (~$2.00/hr.) Quarterly Safety Bonus Program ( increases with seniority!) Annual merit increases Delivery routes with multiple stops 100-150 mile driving radius from the branch! Home every night! Great work/life balance Must enjoy interacting with customers, providing excellent customer service, and having a good time! Time Off - 20 days in your first year! 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) (increasing after year 1) 10 days of Paid Company Holidays Job Details Load and unload trucks and/or trailers. Properly secure loads in accordance with state/federal regulation and common safety practices Must be able to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly Assist in other duties at the branch, including warehouse and yard inventory responsibilities Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers Submit receipts and money received from deliveries Follow DOT regulations and safety standards Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to base or other vehicles Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.) Maintains company gas card, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance; also, responsible for ensuring Driver License and Medical Certificate are current and on person at all times while driving a company vehicle
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Regularly required to sit and to talk or hear Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms Frequently required to stand or walk and to climb or balance Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Forklift:
1 year (Preferred)
Moffit:
1 year (Preferred) Delivery driver: 1 year (Required)
