Driver, Union - Tractor Trailer

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 3,717,556 - 5,294,702; Full time

Job summary

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc. is seeking a dedicated driver in Michigan responsible for the safe and courteous loading, unloading, and delivery of equipment to customer sites. You will ensure all safety checks are completed and maintain a clean vehicle appearance.

Qualified candidates should possess a Class A CDL, have two years of hauling experience, and excellent communication and customer service skills. The role offers an hourly rate of $32.71 and requires adherence to DOT safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 2 years of hauling experience driving a tractor trailer vehicle.
• Familiarity with delivery areas is helpful.
• Product knowledge would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and pickup equipment in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment to present a clean appearance.
• Complete daily safety checks on trucks and equipment.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication skills

Customer service

Ability to read maps

Education

High school education with technical training

Class A CDL

Job description

Objective

Primary duty of position includes but is not limited to: the safe and courteous loading, unloading and delivery of equipment to customer sites within Michigan and surrounding states.

Responsibilities

• Doing daily safety checks on trucks and equipment
• Reporting to dispatch for delivery/pick‑up assignments
• Courteously delivering equipment to customer sites
• Deliver and pickup equipment in a safe and timely manner
• Check equipment fuel, fluid levels and proper operations before loading
• Rental contract, pickup tickets and damage tickets are to be filled out completely and legibly and signed by the proper person(s)
• Demonstrate the safe and correct operation of equipment at the time of delivery
• Notify shop leadman or service manager and rental coordinator of damaged equipment
• Contact rental coordinator after each delivery
• Maintain vehicle and equipment to present a clean and professional appearance
• Storage of equipment and vehicles in an appropriate manner when not in use to prevent property damage
• Complete any and all special assignments or projects from the store manager in a timely manner

Safety

• Maintain equipment to meet DOT inspection criteria
• Follow DOT laws regarding the loading and hauling of equipment
• Secure all unused chains and binders when not in use
• Drive with lights on
• Actively participate in safety meetings
• Do not violate safety policies and rules
• No involvement in an accident that is caused by a violation of defensive driving principles resulting in property damage over $100 per year

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills and abilities typically required through a high‑school education with some technical training
• Class A CDL
• Minimum 2 years hauling experience driving a tractor trailer vehicle
• Familiarity with delivery areas would be helpful as well as the ability to read and understand maps of the city and surrounding areas
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and listening
• Product knowledge would be a plus
• Excellent customer service skills

Hourly Rate: $32.71