Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation

Driver

Work Location:

672 Crescent St. Brockton, MA

Division/Department:
Transportation and Logistics

Reports to:

Transportation Manager/QC Specialist

Full-time 40.0 hours - Non Exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Move material to and from JLS at various locations
• Ensure that all pickups are accomplished in the appropriate timeframe as scheduled by the Transportation Manager
• Ensure that transmittal slips are properly completed and accompanying all mail types and containers in each pickup
• If problems occur, alert the client and JLS Transportation Manager to help resolve. The client will either correct the problem or instruct JLS to correct the problem at the facility
• Maintain the drivers log for record keeping purposes and present the log to the Transportation Manager daily or weekly as instructed
• Operate the assigned truck in a safe and responsible manner, obeying all rules of the road
• The driver is also responsible for daily inspection of the assigned vehicles for safety purposes; all defects must be reported immediately to the Transportation Manager or supervisor on duty
• The driver also must maintain a neat and clean vehicle, including the weekly washing of the vehicle
• The driver must position blocks, ties, and ropes to secure cargo at all times
• Continuously develop knowledge and skills as needed as the business changes
• Perform other duties as required by the Transportation Manager from time to time

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma required or equivalent related work experience
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license
• Must maintain a good driving record
• Must be able to operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, electric trucks and forklifts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Computer proficiency preferred for the use of tablets, order management software and email
• Must have the ability to do simple mathematical calculations to ensure accuracy of counts
• Must conduct themselves in a business-like manner at all times as they represent JLS to our customers
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary service to employees and customers
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Must be able to communicate clearly on telephone and in person