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Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

An ADS Professional Over the Road Fleet Driver is required to safely operate company equipment and provide the highest level of service in terms of pickup and delivery of any ADS Freight. A Driver is responsible for inspecting, tracking and maintaining the maintenance of the unit that is assigned to him/her as well as any equipment being hauled. ADS Drivers must maintain legal and accurate Daily Driver Logs in regards to hours of service, ADS-related paperwork and driving best practices.

Drivers receive work assignments based on their hours of availability. This position requires the flexibility to work any day of the week when driving hours are available. Drivers should expect to be “on the road” for the equivalent of 25 days per month. Drivers report directly to the centralized Freight Manager (Hilliard, OH) but will be domiciled at one of the ADS manufacturing facilities.

Drivers will be trained in the Samsara onboard telematics system, and will be expected to use it to manage logs, safety events and standard communications with their Freight Manager.

The responsibilities of an ADS Professional Fleet Driver include, but are not limited to:

• Safe operation of all company equipment
• Report BOL discrepancies
• Maintain proper communication with Freight Manager, Plant personnel and customers.
• Manage safe unloading at delivery destination and place product in consignee’s desired location
• Maintain an accurate and legal driving log and communicate availability to Fleet Manager
• Timely reporting of ALL accidents, incidents or violations
• Ensure accuracy of delivered quantities and product types
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily paperwork (trip envelope, RMA’s)
• Maintain high levels of personal appearance in the wearing of the company uniform
• Submit all company-related documents on a daily basis whenever possible.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and operational capacity
• Route management- takes responsibility for travelling the safest, most direct route. Avoid unnecessary excess miles.
• Adhere to company and departmental policies
• Ensure loads are properly secured
• Perform pre/post trip inspections of all equipment
• Report equipment and payload problems/hazards
• Perform in-route inspection of all equipment
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

• Must be able to read, write and perform simple mathematical calculations
• Must possess skills to handle receipts, read road maps, road signs, maintain driver logs, etc.
• Firm working knowledge of DOT regulations and freight requirements
• Complete knowledge of safe loading/unloading procedures for all ADS equipment and products
• Knowledge of ADS finished goods, tooling and raw materials.
• Possess SAFE defensive driving skills
• Courteous/friendly/positive representation of ADS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) that is applicable for the type of commercial equipment being operated
• Must meet/or exceed physical standards of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administrations (FMCSA) and ADS
• Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record from all states where prior licenses were held
• Must be at least 21 years of age (DOT requirement for interstate operation)
• Must satisfactorily pass all required drug tests
• Must pass ADS road test and background checks
• Must be willing to be over the road for approximately three weeks each month. Driver should expect approximately five days home-time a month, not on consecutive days.
• Must be willing to operate a CMV equipped with E-Logs. This includes managing E-logs, safety events and communications with Fleet Manager through the telematics system.

• Must be able to work either days…