CDL-A Truck Driver — Local Routes, Safe Operations

CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Kalamazoo

Showing 590 CDL A Truck Driver jobs in Kalamazoo

Purpose and responsibilities are listed under I. Job Summary and II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities. This description includes multiple postings with varied employers and benefits.

I. Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on swing routes. Safely drives a heavy-duty Commercial vehicle into a variety of environments;
Residential, Commercial, and Construction.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.

Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using DVIR; notes all issues on the DVIR form for corrective review/repair.

Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.

Participates in training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager.

Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify unsafe accounts.

Performs duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other drivers as directed.

Notifies Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.

Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups or problems on the route.

Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.

Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.

Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.

Positions containers on the customer’s property and ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are upright, and do not block driveway entrances or traffic.

Follows route assignments and completes documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

CDL A license or equivalent military driving experience; able to read, write and speak English well enough to interact with the public and complete records.

Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work; CDL Class A with air-brake endorsement or Class B with air-brake endorsement.

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

Physical demands and environment; reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Standing, Walking, Lifting, Pushing, Pulling, Crouching, Reaching, Talking, Hearing.

Safety-sensitive role with drug and alcohol testing requirements as per regulations and company policy.

Benefits and compensation vary by job type, location, experience and performance; details discussed with recruiter.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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