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1st Shift - Class 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.
$43,810 / year median in Tennessee
-10% projected decline
Job Description
1st Shift - Driver | Morrison, TN McNeilus Steel, Inc. is currently accepting applications for a new team member to join our Delivery department as a Route Driver. This position works Monday-Friday; day time hours vary. Nature Of Work A Driver is responsible for delivering customer-ordered material from our warehouse location to the appropriate destination. A Driver may be responsible for collecting material from designated vendors and suppliers and returning material to our warehouse. Working Conditions Drivers are provided with trucks that are moderately comfortable and well-ventilated. Drivers often work 50 or more hours a week starting in the early morning hours. Drivers deliver material to customers with indoor or outdoor receiving areas and can be exposed to forecasted weather conditions. Drivers are subject to a random alcohol and drug test while on duty to abide by federal regulations. Drivers' routes bring them home at the conclusion of each shift. Duties/ Responsibilities Deliver customer-ordered material to a designated location(s) Perform routine inspections on oil level, brakes, and lights before departure Perform routine inspections on cargo for proper securing procedures Assists with unloading/loading of material at delivery locations Collects customer payments or leaves invoices for customer review Accurately and precisely record information in Driver's Log to comply with DOT regulations Maintain positive and ongoing customer relations through proper attitude, behavior, and appearance Become acquainted with inventory and retail products Must operate crane and forklift skillfully and safely Learn, understand, and comply with OSHA requirements, company safety rules, and health policies at all times, working according to good safety practices as posted, instructed, and discussed Use all safety devices, equipment, and PPE as directed and provided for protection Perform other duties as assigned and directed Qualifications Must be able to read, write, and communicate in fluent English Be able to read and understand the material specifications on order tickets Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License and be 23 years old Forklift and crane certified Must have a good driving and traffic record Be able to interact and work well with people Responsible and self-motivated and able to work well with little supervision Benefits offered for this job Medical Dental Life Insurance Vision Vacation Holidays Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Assistance 401(k) Paid Uniforms Boot Allowance Flexible Spending Account Apply Online XJ6