Class A Driver

Dem-Con Companies; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Dem-Con Trucking is seeking a dedicated truck driver to operate heavy duty trucks and tractor-trailers for collection services. You will ensure on-time delivery and proper disposal of materials while maintaining safety and compliance with DOT regulations.

The role requires performing pre/post trip inspections, keeping accurate logs, and communicating with dispatch. A Minnesota CDL Class A, DOT health card, and a high school diploma or GED are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota CDL Class A required.
• Must pass DOT physical and maintain health card.
• Lift up to 40 pounds.
• Driver must be 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy duty trucks and trailers.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports.
• Provides excellent customer service during delivery and pickup.
• Maintains required certifications per DOT.
• Adheres to OSHA and company safety programs.
• Maintains and protects company property.
• Notifies maintenance team of issues with equipment.
• Documents logs as required by DOT regulations.

Skills

CDL A

DOT compliance

Customer service

Pre/post trip inspections

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dem-Con Trucking truck driver position is responsible for driving trucks or tractor-trailers for collection services to ensure our customers’ expectations are met in transporting or disposing various materials to the appropriate location.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Operates heavy duty commercial trucks and tractor-trailers
2. Performs required pre-trip & post trip inspections and provides required reports
3. Provides outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations
4. Maintains all required certifications required by DOT
5. Adheres to all OSHA and company safety programs
6. Maintains and protects all property
7. Informs on-duty mechanic of any maintenance issues with equipment and/or vehicles
8. Maintains various records and/or logs as needed per DOT regulations
9. Fuels truck at the end of each workday
10. Operates front end loader/ skid steer on as needed basis
11. Aids in keeping Customer location and/or facility clean by picking up litter around site
12. Communicates effectively with management, dispatch and all division employees
13. Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

1. Have a valid Minnesota CDL Class A
2. Ability to pass a DOT physical and maintain a valid health card and license
3. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
4. Driver must be 21 years old per DOT
5. High school diploma or GED

Competencies:

1. Reasoning or problem-solving skills
2. Safety mindset
3. Professionalism
4. Customer service skills
5. Decision Making
6. Leadership
7. Time Management
8. Professional attitude
9. Punctuality

WORK CONDITIONS

Outdoor environment; exposure to extreme weather conditions; work with and around heavy machinery; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; exposure to noise, odors and gases; exposure to heavy traffic conditions, possible exposure to toxic chemicals.

Dem-Con Companies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies.

Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will take affirmative steps to ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination.