CDL Transportation Driver

Shoppa's Material Handling; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Shoppa's Material Handling in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a CDL Transportation driver to load, unload and deliver material handling equipment locally. You will secure loads with chains and straps, maintain DOT logs, and represent the company with professional customer service, returning home each evening.

Ideal candidates have a valid CDL, 2+ years of driving, clean record, forklift certification, and experience with trailer operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of CDL driving with experience using chains, tie-downs, and straps to secure equipment.
• Current valid CDL and clean driving record.
• Certified forklift operator.
• Truck/trailer-mounted forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily Pre/Post trip inspection on vehicle(s) before driving.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, and damage.
• Maintain DOT driving logs including working hours and vehicle status.
• Follow all State and Federal guidelines.
• Safely maneuver trucks and trailers into loading/unloading positions.
• Verify vehicle position and loading equipment.
• Safely load and unload equipment and products (forklifts, racks, carts, batteries, etc.).
• Secure load with straps, chains, tie-downs, etc.
• Obtain required signatures for all loads picked-up and delivered.
• Verify equipment quantity with driver/customer before departing.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Report issues to manager.
• Work independently and in a team.
• Assist in the Saginaw yard when not delivering.
• Represent Shoppa's with a courteous professional manner.

Skills

CDL driving experience

Load securement

Professional communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operator certification

Truck/trailer operation

Job description

Family owned and operated since 1981, Shoppa's Material Handling is one of the fastest growing and most successful material handling dealerships in the United States. We are proud to be an authorized dealer of Toyota Material Handling - the bestselling forklift brand in the world and a recognized leader in quality, durability, safety and innovation. Through our nine locations across Texas and Kansas City, MO, we provide a comprehensive array of products, services and integrated systems that help our customers streamline the storage and movement of their goods.

Job Summary

The CDL Transportation driver will be responsible for loading, unloading and delivering material handling equipment and/or products (pallet racking, shelving, carts, batteries, chargers, etc.) in local areas of the branch. Will be responsible for securing the equipment/products with chains, tie-downs and straps and drive in a safe and timely manner. This position allows you to be home each evening. This opportunity represents Shoppa's Material Handling and requires professionalism, great attitude, good communication skills and outstanding customer service.

Essential Functions

• Perform daily Pre/Post trip inspection on vehicle(s) before driving to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment are in good working order.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, and damage to the vehicle.
• Maintain DOT driving logs including working hours and vehicle/repair status.
• Follow all State and Federal guidelines.
• Safely maneuver trucks and trailers into loading or unloading positions, following signals from the loading crew.
• Verify vehicle position is correct and that any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Safely load and unload all equipment and products including but not limited to; forklifts, sweepers, pallet racking, shelving, conveyors, carts, chargers, batteries, etc.
• Secure load with straps, chains, tie-downs, etc. for safe transfer.
• Obtain required signatures for all loads picked-up and delivered.
• Verify amount of equipment/material with the driver/customer/manufacturer before departing from the location.
• Professionally and effectively communicate and interface with the customer.
• Report all issues (delivery, equipment/material, or customer) that arises to your manager.
• Work independently as well as in a team.
• Assist in the Saginaw yard when not delivering to customers.
• Represent Shoppa's with a courteous professional manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of CDL driving with experience using chains, tie-downs, and straps to secure the equipment.
• Experience driving an automatic or standard KW 10-speed tractor with a 48' dovetail drop deck trailer (hydraulic slide/tilt)
• Current valid CDL
• Clean driving record
• Certified forklift operator
• Truck/trailer-mounted forklift experience

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions requirement indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, and walking (up to continuously); frequent use of computer and telephone requiring repetitive finger, hand, and arm movement; occasionally carry office supplies and other miscellaneous items up to 50 pounds. Continuous use of seeing, hearing, verbal communication.

Working Conditions

Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.

Shoppa's Material Handling is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans'; (b) 'EOE/Disability/Vets'; or (c) 'Shoppa's provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.'