CDL Driver

Job Title

The driver is responsible for the transportation of products to and from Milport and affiliated locations.

Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

• Perform all required vehicle inspections.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and always maintained.
• Assist with the mapping of routes to ensure the timeliest delivery schedule possible.
• Load trucks in an efficient manner for delivery while meeting DOT weight restrictions.
• Ensure all HAZMAT loads are safely loaded and properly placarded for contents and shipping manifest has proper DOT shipping name, packing group, and hazard class as required.
• Ensure that all products leaving Milport have the appropriate markings and paperwork.
• Accurately complete all paperwork associated with deliveries and return any necessary documents to the administrative office.
• Properly use a forklift to load and unload trucks. Ensure proper training is maintained to operate.
• Communicate politely and clearly with customers with an understanding that you represent the company.
• Follow standard operating procedures. Review procedures on an annual basis for accuracy.
• Follow all security procedures associated with regulated chemicals.
• Communicate all delivery or vehicle issues with the transportation coordinator.
• Maintain an accurate logbook.
• Complete all other tasks assigned by management for which you are qualified and physically able to perform.
• Support and be involved in Safety and Environmental Audits related to trucking and transportations.
• Complete safety inspections on trucks and other area safety inspections as required.

Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required:

• Meet all federal and state certifications and CDL licensing for commercial vehicle classes (ABC) with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.
• Current DOT medical certification
• Clean driving record
• Satisfactory and verifiable experience
• Knowledge of DOT/transportation rules and regulations
• Knowledge of equipment and machinery used to load/unload tankers and box trucks.

Skills & Ability

• Ability to drive safely for long periods of time and under varying conditions.
• Ability to climb to a height of up to 15 feet.
• Ability to read and understand Bills of lading and shipping orders.
• Ability to communicate with customers and managers.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to wear a respirator if necessary.

Safety Expectations

• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations at Milport and when on customer sites.
• Wear all appropriate personal protective equipment regardless of weather.
• Drive in a safe manner following all the rules and regulations of the road.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of standing and sitting.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Comfortable working in adverse climate conditions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Monday – Friday (full-time).
• Possible overtime.