Lowboy Truck Driver

11 days ago
Full time role
In-person · Bethel, NC, US... more

The duties of the Truck Driver as determined by SunEnergy1 standards are to include, but are not limited to:

·      Responsible for transporting cargo from one place to another using tractor-trailer trucks or other company owned vehicles as needed

·         Operate trucks with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds gross vehicle weight

·         Deliver cargo while operating a tractor-trailer truck, sometimes over intercity routes, intrastate

·         Load and unload cargo

·         Keep truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order

·         Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel

·         Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road

·         Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion

·         Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking; get cargo to site on time, safely

·         Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs

·         Follow all applicable traffic laws

·         Perform pre-trip inspections and record any defects found

·         Keep a daily log of activities

·         Record amount and type of cargo being delivered

·         Transport hazardous materials

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

·         Valid CDL Class-A license required

·         Minimum of 3 years of experience driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle

·         Hazmat and Tanker endorsements preferred

·         Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations

·         Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations

·         No recent moving or driving violations

·         Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly

·         Ability to multi-task

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Must be able to relate to people

·         Must have the ability to work individually or as a team

·         Must be self-motivated

·         Must be well organized and detail oriented