Driver ( CDL Class A

Job Description

Job Title: Driver (CDL Class

A)
Department: Transportation
Reports To: Senior Director, Sustainability and Logistics
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Goodwill Dallas (GWD) is leading change, connecting people, and improving the potential for the future of work. We educate, train, and hire individuals with barriers to employment to help them thrive. We connect people, families, and communities to improve lives and meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow. Powered, in part, by donations and retail customers, we change lives through the power of work.

A Class A Driver will safely operate GWD and/or leased Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) to pick up and deliver goods and equipment to multiple retail locations in the Dallas area. Complete trailer swaps as assigned. Local daily routes will be assigned to ensure the timely and efficient flow of goods. The shift will be a minimum of twelve (12) hours and will be scheduled for nights.

• Deliver and pick up goods and equipment from GWD retail locations.
• Safely deliver truck loads within the assigned timeframe.
• Ensures cargo is properly loaded.
• Must safely secure and transport empty equipment to GWD locations.
• Always use safe driving practices.
• Complete daily inspection reports and report all defects to Dispatch and/or the Supervisor.
• Complete daily routes as assigned.
• Maintain contact with Dispatch and the Supervisor for routing and instructions.
• Transport merchandise in a safe, efficient manner.
• Collaborate with the team members at the location to safely load vehicles.
• Notify the supervisor and Dispatch of all unplanned stops or any action that would interfere with the assigned routes.
• Must be punctual and have dependable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

• Demonstrate professionalism and presents a friendly, cooperative attitude.
• Adheres to all GWD Policies & Procedures, Loss Prevention & Safety Regulations and GWD Guiding Principles.
• Responsible for updating all required Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for being on time to ensure the beginning of shift huddle is attended.
• Must be able to work 10 to 14 hrs. per day, four (4) days a week with flexibility to work a 5th day as needed.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, make quick decisions, and work in a team- oriented, fast-paced work environment.
• Must maintain an appropriate appearance and adhere to GWD’s dress code.
• Must conduct work in a safe manner and report all accidents and/or injuries immediately.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Free from drugs and alcohol.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid Class A TX Driver’s License.
• One (1) to two (2) years of driving experience is preferred.
• Hours of Service (HOS) knowledge and experience and managing driving logs is required.
• Ability to communicate, read and write in English.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with a variety of personality types.
• Must have reliable transportation.

• Safe Miles Driven
• Safety Composite Score
• Dwell Time
• On Time Deliveries
• Out of Route Miles
• Set Run Execution %

The ability to continuously stand/walk for the duration of a shift, frequently push/pull, occasionally bend/stoop/crawl/kneel/reach above shoulders and climb a ladder. Able to lift, up to, 40 lbs. (fixture parts, cartons of product) and occasionally move up to 100 lbs. Must possess the ability to get in and out of and drive a heavy-duty truck. Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time.

An indoor work environment with exposure to outside temperatures. The noise level in the normal work environment is, usually, moderate.