Delivery Truck Driver

Nightingale Freight Lines LLC; Quincy (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightingale Freight Lines LLC in Quincy, MI is seeking a skilled truck driver to perform routine deliveries and bulk unloads for customers. You will conduct pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure DOT compliance during transportation to customer sites in the US and Canada.

We value safe driving, accurate documentation, and the ability to adapt to varying routes and schedules. Candidates must pass drug screening and background checks, and be able to travel as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT and state transportation regulations.
• Safe and defensive driving skills with a focus on safety.
• Mechanical aptitude for pre-trip inspections and maintenance needs.
• Excellent communication and customer service with clients and receivers.
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and adapt to changing routes.
• Proficient in completing logbooks, inspection forms, and delivery records.
• Physical strength to lift up to 75 lbs and perform manual tasks during deliveries.
• Comfortable working in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain delivery vehicle cleanliness and mechanical soundness.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections per DOT guidelines and log as required.
• Safely transport products to customer locations per regulations.
• Communicate with receivers and follow unloading procedures.
• Offload bulk loads or position trailers for forklift unloading as directed.
• Report vehicle damage or maintenance needs identified during deliveries.
• Stay current with changing DOT regulations and safety trainings.

Skills

DOT regulations

Defensive driving

Communication

Logbook/documentation

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Travel to Canada

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Nightingale Freight Lines - Quincy
Quincy, MI 49082, USA

Description

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain assigned delivery vehicle in a clean and mechanically sound condition
• Conduct pre-trip inspections in accordance with DOT guidelines; document in logbooks as required
• Safely transport product to customer locations while complying with DOT and State Highway regulations
• Communicate with customer receivers upon arrival and follow their direction for unloading procedures
• Offload bulk loads or position van trailers for forklift unloading as directed
• Report any vehicle damage or repair needs discovered during inspections or deliveries
• Stay current with changing DOT regulations and ensure compliance
• Safety & food safety trainings

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.

• High school diploma
• Willingness to work all shifts and weekends when required
• Maintain a current DOT physical card
• Minimum of 2 year over the road commercial driving experience; Dry Bulk truck driver, pneumatic tank experience plus!!!
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
• Must be willing and able to travel to Canada and follow the requirements of that travel

Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of DOT and state transportation regulations
• Safe and defensive driving skills, with a commitment to road and delivery safety
• Mechanical aptitude for conducting pre-trip inspections and identifying maintenance needs
• Excellent communication and customer service skills for interacting with clients and receivers
• A bility to work independently, manage time efficiently, and adapt to changing delivery routes or schedules
• Proficient in completing required documentation such as logbooks, inspection checklists, and delivery records
• Physical strength and stamina to lift heavy materials (up to 75 lbs) and complete manual tasks during deliveries
• Comfortable working in varied weather and environmental conditions

Physical Demands

Physically able to perform all requirements including but not limited to:

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and access trailer tops or interior as needed
• Manual dexterity to complete logbooks, inspection forms, and transport documents
• Stamina for extended driving and physical delivery tasks

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employees are exposed to:

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Frequent exposure to vibrations, airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions
• May occasionally work with environments where exposure to certain chemicals or electrical components is possible. All necessary safety protocols are protective equipment are provided.
• Work in loud environments, particularly in plant or delivery zones.

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