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Beloved Brother Barrett
Commercial Drivers License A 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.
$38,204 / year median in Rhode Island
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Commercial Driver's License A Truck Driver Beloved Brother Barrett Johnston, RI Job Details Full-time $1,500 - $2,000 a week 3 hours ago Benefits Passenger ride along program Qualifications General freight transportation Customer service Over the road (OTR) driving routes CDL A Forklift Flatbed Full Job Description Job Summary Local Regional Responsibilities Safely operate tractor-trailers with manual transmission across designated routes, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment such as forklifts when necessary, ensuring proper handling of goods including refrigerated items and heavy cargo Deliver freight efficiently while maintaining accurate documentation of shipments and delivery receipts Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to identify maintenance needs or safety issues before and after each trip Manage route driving responsibilities with precision, including planning optimal routes for timely deliveries Handle various types of trailers such as refrigerated trailer, dry van and possibly flatbed Communicate effectively with dispatch teams regarding delivery schedules, route changes, or any incidents encountered on the road Qualifications Valid CDL Class A license with a clean driving record Proven experience in truck driving, including delivery driver roles involving freight handling and route driving Familiarity with operating manual transmission vehicles and different trailer types (refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, Knowledge of safety procedures related to commercial driving and freight transportation Strong attention to detail for vehicle inspections and documentation accuracy Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet tight schedulesj