Driver - Class C

Peterson Cat; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson in Northern California is seeking a dedicated Driver - Class C to join our family-owned team. You will operate delivery trucks, load and unload rental equipment, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries to customers across our service area.

This role requires strict adherence to DOT rules, vehicle inspections, accurate duty status logs, and a professional image. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a values-driven

Qualifications

• Must maintain updated knowledge of applicable DOT and Federal Motor Carrier regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas machinery, and diesel machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate load, unload, secure, and transport rental equipment using delivery trucks and trailers.
• Follow delivery and pickup instructions from Dispatcher and/or Manager.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all company, DOT, and FMCSA safety procedures, laws, policies and rules.
• Maintain an accurate Record of Duty Status log.
• Perform daily DOT vehicle operational safety inspections.
• Monitor, maintain, and inspect assigned delivery vehicles per guidelines.
• Deliver and retrieve equipment to and from customer sites.
• Inspect equipment for damage when picking up equipment from customers.
• Promote positive company image through professional conduct and truck appearance.
• Accurately relay customer concerns and feedback to the appropriate person.
• Complete all rental and related documents in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Hydraulics/Electronics knowledge

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.At Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

It’s your time, make it matter.At Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose. Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values. You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters! Cresco has 20 locations throughout Northern California, and serves large and small contractors along with do-it-yourselfers with the tools and equipment they need for both commercial and residential projects. We attribute our longevity and continued success to personalized customer service, honesty, integrity, hard work, social responsibility, cutting edge equipment solutions, and most importantly, our people.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate load, unload, secure, and transport rental equipment using delivery trucks and trailers.
• Follow delivery and pickup instructions from Dispatcher and/or Manager.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all company, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Federal Motor Carrier safety procedures, laws, policies and rules.
• Maintain an accurate Record of Duty Status log.
• Perform daily DOT vehicle operational safety inspections.
• Monitor, maintain, and inspect assigned delivery vehicles in accordance with manufacturer, company, and DOT guidelines.
• Ensure all required registrations, permits, and inspections are current and valid.
• Deliver and retrieve equipment to and from customer sites.
• Inspect equipment for damage when picking up equipment from customers.
• Determine each customer's ability to use the equipment in a safe manner.
• Demonstrate use of rental equipment to customers.
• Track and maintain truck equipment inventory.
• Wash, fuel, and maintain rental equipment as directed.
• Promote positive company image through professional conduct and truck appearance.
• Accurately relay customer concerns and feedback to the appropriate person.
• Complete all rental and related documents in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Other Job Functions

• Work overtime as needed within labor law and DOT guidelines.

JOB SCOPE

This position serves in the capacity of the Driver - Class C. General discretion and judgment are exercised routinely in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgment or professional execution of responsibilities are made, the consequences to the Company can be significant.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

Internal contacts consist of levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry level positions. This position regularly deals with employees and customers in exchange of information in person, writing, via telephone or by electronic transfer. Sensitivity is required in dealing with such information and decisions concerning the release or sharing of that information. External contacts consist of customers, visitors and vendors.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. 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.

• Must maintain updated knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas machinery, and diesel machinery preferred.

The pay range for this position is: $22.08 - $25.00 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary). Cresco Rental is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.