OTR Driver Job Augusta area,Georgia USA,Transportation

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Dispatcher, the Driver is responsible for providing excellent customer service and completing product deliveries timely and accurately, according to customer needs.

Primary Responsibilities

Represent Farren International in a professional manner both while at delivery sites and while driving on the roadway

Determine best route for delivery considering weather, time, equipment and road conditions

Adhere to daily schedule

Operate equipment according to established safety standards

Constant communication with Dispatchers

Follow all applicable DOT regulations

Follow all Company policies

Perform required pre and post-trip inspections and complete paperwork

Use company provided ELD to remain in compliance with DOT regulations

Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel

Keep their truck and associated equipment clean and in good working order

Safely load/unload and secure cargo

May be required to read/interpret permits

May be required to assist the rigging team on projects.

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Requirements

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Must understand DOT regulations

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Must have a minimum of two years of truck driving experience

Over-dimensional experience highly preferred

Flatbed experience highly preferred

Rigging experience preferred.

License and Certification Requirements

Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in good standing for a minimum of two years.

Must possess current DOT Health Card

Clean MVR

Physical Demands and Essential Duties

Prolonged sitting/driving (up to eleven hours per day)

Must be able to be on duty fourteen hours per day.

Must be able to lift up 70 lbs.

Reach overhead to grasp materials

Twist, bend, stoop, squat to floor level

Must be able to move 2,000 lbs. pallet of freight with a hand pallet jack if required at loading/unloading site.

OTR drivers are expected to stay out on the road for an average of 4-6+ weeks depending on workload.

Load and unload cargo as needed

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