DRIVER XL

Peco Foods; Walnut Grove (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Peco Foods, Inc. in Walnut Grove, MS is seeking a CDL Class A driver to transport materials to and from designated destinations. You will maintain logs, communicate with dispatch, inspect and service the vehicle, and support production operations while representing the company positively.

Must hold a valid Class A CDL with endorsements and a current DOT physical; physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; or 1–3 months related experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a truck with capacity over 3 tons to transport materials as assigned.
• Maintain truck log per state and federal regulations.
• Maintain contact with supervisor for delivery instructions.
• Inspect tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water and overall vehicle condition.
• Perform routine pre/post-trip inspections and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Assist location and Live Haul Operator with operational duties as needed.
• Keep truck interiors/exteriors clean to present a positive company image.
• Maintain a valid Class A CDL with endorsements and a current DOT physical.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Drives truck with capacity of more than 3 tons, to transport materials to and from specified destinations, by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains truck log, according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• Cleans compartment after unloading as necessary to avoid contamination.
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicle, including but not limited to, daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Assist location and Live Haul Operator with operational duties, as time allows, ensuring an efficient production schedule.
• Ensure trucks promote a positive image of Peco Foods, Inc. by keeping the interiors and exteriors clean as conditions allow.
• Maintain a valid Class A CDL Commercial Drivers License with proper endorsements and commercial insurability at all times. Valid DOT physical is also required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Customer Service - Meets commitments.
• Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Qualifications:

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.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Must have the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, write simple correspondence and to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Math Ability:

Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

Certificates and Licenses:

Maintain a valid Class-A CDL Commercial Drivers License with proper endorsements and commercial insurability at all times. Maintain current DOT physical.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk or hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

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