Truck Driver; CDL

Summary

We are seeking a dependable and experienced CDL Driver to join our team in the Bakken region. The ideal candidate will have a clean driving record, a minimum of 1 year of driving experience in the Bakken, and a commitment to safety, reliability, and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from Dispatcher/Supervisor
• Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities
• Drives truck to destination.
• Prepares receipts/paperwork for load picked up.
• Collects appropriate paperwork and/or signatures for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
• Maintains truck log, according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor and/or dispatcher to receive delivery instructions.
• Loads and unloads truck.
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Performs emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, and spark plugs.
• Positions blocks and ties rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
• Operates company vehicles with capacity of up to 105,500 pounds to move materials, tools, and equipment to and from work locations in support of construction and maintenance activities and/or deliver operating materials and supplies from one location to another.
• Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment, and assists during the operation of equipment at job site.
• Able to accommodate a flexible work schedule, long workdays, and/or irregular work hours, be on-call with short notice and exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Operate vehicles safely and efficiently in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Accurately complete electronic billing and maintain detailed records.
• Adhere to all company and regulatory safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with team members, dispatch, and clients.
• Demonstrate reliability by consistently being on time and prepared for each shift.
• Adapt to a rotating schedule designed to fit driver needs.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and self-motivation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Job Knowledge
  - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Communications
  - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation
  - Establishes and maintains effective relations.
• Safety and Security
  - Observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Dependability
  - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Quality
  - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Qualifications

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other qualifications include:

• Valid CDL with a clean driving record.
• Minimum of 1 year of driving experience in the Bakken region.
• Strong communication skills and understanding of DOT requirements.
• Experience with electronic billing systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and meet deadlines.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills required to use internal ERP System

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CDL License and satisfactory driving record with…