Description
Position Summary:
The Mentee Driver will learn the intricate details of how to safely haul wood in all four Maine seasons from a Truck Driver Mentor. This position is intended to train newly licensed CDL drivers over the course of two years. They will learn to safely and efficiently drive a tractor-trailer to load and deliver round wood and chips to various locations throughout Maine.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to pass Federal DOT drug screen and physical.
- Maintain driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and meet company requirements.
- Ability to take orders, instructions, and guidance from Truck Driver Mentor as well as other management and Treeline supervisors.
Learn to:
- Throw straps over the load so as not to cause personal injury.
- Effectively deal with other team members in a diplomatic manner in a variety of stressful situations.
Education, Certificates:
Required:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's Permit.
- Driving record maintained in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and meet company requirements.
Preferred:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
- Valid First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification
Physical Demands:
- Approximately 75% of the workday is spent driving.
- Throwing straps and pulling straps several times throughout the day.
- Reaching at or above shoulder height frequently
- Demonstrate visual and auditory acuity in order to safely operate the vehicle
- Minimal color discrimination and depth perception
- Exposure to periodic moderate to fairly loud noise, below 85db
- Climbing in and out of the vehicle frequently
- The ability to work in all weather conditions
- The ability to work in all temperatures
- Wearing OSHA-required PPE