Driver (Temp to Direct Hire)

PowerSecure, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is hiring a Driver for conversion from temp to direct hire at our on-site location in Durham, NC. The role requires a Class A CDL with at least 1 year of driving experience and DOT regulatory knowledge, plus basic computer skills and strong customer interaction abilities.

Responsibilities include delivering within a 2-4 hour radius, loading/unloading, cargo securing, and coordinating with the team lead on pickups, delays, and emergencies; warehouse

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• No DUI/DWI in the past 5 years.
• Clean driving record required.
• Strong time-keeping and references available on request.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to interact with PMs and customers.
• Warehouse, rigging, shipping/receiving experience is a plus.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of DOT and Hazmat regulations.

Responsibilities

• Make deliveries within a 2-4 hour radius.
• Assist in loading/unloading and secure cargo.
• Ensure cargo is secured before leaving dock.
• Follow procedures and quality standards.
• Work with limited supervision using standardized methods.
• Haul dry van, flatbed, and step deck trailers.
• Schedule and track fleet preventative maintenance.
• Communicate pick-ups, delays, and emergencies to team lead.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Driving experience

DOT regulations

Hazmat knowledge

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Warehouse/shipping experience

Job description

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Driver (Conversion Temp to Direct Hire)

Locations

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• On-site
• Manufacturing & Engineering
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DRIVE003432

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Class A CDL with minimum of 1 year driving experience.
• Be able to pass DOT Physical and Drug screen given at orientation
• No DUI's or DWI's in the past 5 years
• Clean driving record required
• Good time keeping skills
• Be able to provide good references upon request
• Strong professional driver with good interpersonal skills who does not mind interacting with PM’s and in some cases the customer.
• 2 years of Warehouse, Rigging, Shipping and Receiving experience is a plus.
• Ability to make critical decisions while under pressure
• Must have basic computer skills
• Strong knowledge of DOT and Hazmat regulations
• When not driving this individual will be required to perform shipping and receiving functions, so warehouse experience is strongly suggested.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Make deliveries within a 2-4-hour radius from our base of operation.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks retrieving items in a safe manner.
• Ensure all cargo is properly secured prior to leaving dock or loading area.
• Comply with all procedures and quality.
• Work under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods
• Experience with hauling dry van, flatbed, and step deck trailers.
• Responsible for scheduling and tracking all preventative maintenance for the fleet.
• Communicate with team lead regarding pick-ups and drop off, delays, emergencies, and other relevant information.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds.
• Drive for long periods of time within DOT guidelines.
• Exposure to weather, noise intensity level, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, wet and/or humid, vibration, proximity to moving mechanical parts.

About Us

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

Join Our Power Team!

We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
• Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
• Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.