Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation

Driver

The driver ensures safe and timely transportation of tools, equipment, and materials while adhering to Wildcat's vehicle policy and DOT regulations. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, load security, documentation, and communication with dispatch. This role upholds QHSE standards, supports operational needs, and maintains a clean and organized work environment. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Ensuring a safe work environment by stopping work and taking immediate action to resolve any safety concerns.
• Safely transporting tools, equipment, and materials between yards, job sites, and customer locations.
• Ensuring timely deliveries and pickups, following dispatch instructions and job schedules.
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in safe working condition.
• Maintaining cleanliness and general upkeep of the company-provided vehicle.
• Adhering to Wildcat's vehicle policy and all DOT regulations, including hours of service and safety requirements.
• Securing loads properly to prevent shifting during transport.
• Completing and submitting daily trip logs, mileage reports, and fuel receipts.
• Reporting any vehicle issues, safety concerns, or incidents immediately to management.
• Maintaining clear and professional communication with dispatch, yard personnel, and customers.
• Updating dispatch on job progress, delays, or any issues encountered during transport.
• Wearing Wildcat provided PP&E.
• Assisting with loading and unloading equipment as needed.
• Following proper lifting techniques and using equipment such as forklifts when required.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities directed by supervisor.

Education and training:

• High school diploma preferred.
• CDL license.
• Trade/technical school diploma will be considered.

Personal attributes:

• Proven leadership traits.
• Possess initiative and personal motivation.
• Dependable and adaptable to change.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to deal with a wide range of situations and personalities.