Driver-Transports
Holland, MI
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Nights | Sunday-Thursday


This position will involve one that is well trained in maintaining vehicles and understanding the traffic laws to insure on transportation the appropriate materials to the customers. 

  • Planning route to insure most economical use of time and equipment
  • Load, transport, and unload each shipment in an efficient manner
  • Completing appropriate documentation in an accurate and timely manner
  • Communicate with dispatch and equipment managers
  • Performing routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and report needed repairs to supervisor
  • Maintaining a clean equipment interior and exterior
  • Mechanically competent and have firm understanding of their equipment
  • Performing all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards
  • Reading and filling out monthly safety meeting requirements
  • Must be able to pass a random drug and alcohol test per DOT guidelines
  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements
  • Must possess a valid State Driver’s License with Class A CDL with HAZMAT Endorsement and Tanker Endorsements
  • One (1) year relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the job
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability of the job
  • Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving
  • Ability to safely drive various vehicles
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions
  • Ability to make independent judgments which have moderate impacts on the organization
  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Must pass pre-employment DOT Physical and Drug Screen
  • Must be able to sit/drive for short or long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift 50IBS repetitively
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays
  • Reliable time management
  • Effective communication skills
  • A strong work ethic with a commitment to succeed