Job Description

The purpose of the Local Truck Driver is to be responsible for using trucks to transport company goods between local facilities and warehouses.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with the Dispatcher to request and receive work assignments
• Communicate any concerns
• Operate communications equipment
• Observe minor maintenance needs on the trucks and trailers and document accordingly
• Document product overage, shortage, or damage
• Complete required reports
• Connect and disconnect air lines from the truck to trailer
• Demonstrate dependability and consistent, punctual attendance for all work assignments

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching is required approximately 50 times per shift.
• Stooping is required approximately 100 times per shift for approximately 10-second intervals.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trucks frequently and pass a physical.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of previous verifiable truck driving history/experience
• Hold and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Must be able to speak, read and write well enough to communicate with the general public, to respond to law enforcement and DOT officials
• Available for overtime, weekend, and holiday work when needed
• Driving record must withstand a motor vehicle report check

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.