CDL Driver

American Display & Fixture - Chattanooga, TN

Monday
- Friday

6:00am - 2:30pm

Job Summary: The CDL Driver is responsible for operating large commercial vehicles, such as tractor-trailers or box trucks to transport materials to designated locations safely and on schedule.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Safely operates a Class A CDL truck
• Completes daily local and regional delivery and pickup routes
• Transports raw materials, finished goods and supplies between company locations, vendors and customers
• Performs pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of tractor and trailer
• Ensure cargo is properly secured and protected
• Follow all DOT and company safety policies
• Assist with loading or unloading when needed
• Verify shipping paperwork and delivery documents
• Confirm correct product and condition before transport
• Maintain communication with shipping/receiving and scheduling teams
• Maintain accurate driver logs and records
• Report vehicle issues, accidents or safety concerns immediately
• Keep truck clean and presentable
• Follow all company and customer site safety requirements

Requirements:

• A valid class A CDL license
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR check
• Minimum 2 years CLD driving experience preferred
• Experience operating a 53’ trailer
• Strong commitment to safety and reliability

Supervision Received:

• Works with minimal supervision. Issues and concerns need to be communicated to the supervisor.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required
• Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate required
• Must meet all DOT driver qualification requirements
• Ability to read, understand, and complete shipping documents, logs and safety paperwork

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting:
  Occasionally raises objects from a lower to a higher position or moves objects horizontally from position-to position. Weight is usually less than 50 lbs. Push/Pull:
  Occasionally uses upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Weight is usually less than 50 lbs.
• Reaching:
  Extends hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Weight is usually less than 50 lbs.
• Stooping:
  Bends body downward and forward at the waist. Weight is usually less than 50 lbs
• Standing:
  Standing for moderate levels of time. Infrequently more than 30 minutes at a time.
• Walking:
  Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks. In frequently more than 30 minutes at a time.

Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and or equipment.

Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with temperature variations.