Heavy Truck Operator Logistics

Geisinger Clinic; Forty Fort (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Long-term disability

MyHealth Rewards

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Heavy Truck Operator - Logistics to operate a Class 8 straight truck and cargo van, delivering pharmaceuticals, supplies and equipment across Geisinger locations. You will manage loads, verify documents, and maintain detailed records while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and a DOT medical card, with at least two years of related driving or logistics experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and valid Driver's License.
• DOT Physical Card (PennDOT) is required.
• Two years of related work experience in commercial driving, logistics, transportation, or warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Delivers pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment, and mail via a Class 8 straight truck or cargo van.
• Loads and unloads vehicles using appropriate means to safely transport materials.
• Maintains records of pick-ups, deliveries, driving time, mileage, and vehicle maintenance.
• Responds to urgent delivery needs by coordinating with supervisor.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections and ensures equipment safety.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DOT Physical Card

Tools

Powered pallet jacks

Order pickers

Fork trucks

Job description

Location: Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic Forty-Fort

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary:

Operates a weight class 8 straight truck to pick up and deliver pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment, mail and reports to various Geisinger locations according to assigned schedules or pickups designated by the supervisor.

Job Duties:

• Delivers pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment, and mail, via a weight class 8 straight truck or cargo van.
• Loads and unloads vehicles using appropriate means to safely transport costly, perishable, and confidential materials.
• Obtains appropriate signatures and maintains records and documentation of pick-ups, deliveries, driving time, labor time, mileage, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, etc.
• Responds to emergency requests for unscheduled pick-ups and deliveries by contacting the supervisor to resolve schedule conflicts and adjust priorities.
• Adheres to infection control procedures, safety standards and traffic rules.
• Receives incoming shipments and inspects all containers for visible damage.
• Compares packing list against purchase order, notes discrepancies, notes number of cartons and signs freight bills for acceptance.
• Maintains daily receiving records; files in appropriate file daily.
• Records stats daily; compiles and rolls up for monthly report.
• Contacts buyer if discrepancies are identified.
• Reports discrepancies and files claims for damages etc., as assigned.
• Prepares exception reports on any discrepancies received, reports to buyer and files with packing slips; researches discrepancies and documents as applicable.
• Separates and stages deliveries for departments as assigned.
• Completes training and certification for use of powered pallet jacks, order pickers, and fork trucks.
• Performs daily inspection of equipment, including daily vehicle inspection sheets.
• Corrects any problems before the equipment or vehicle can be operated; places appropriate OUT OF SERVICE tag on the equipment until the problem is corrected.

Work is typically performed in a transportation vehicle or office. Requires the ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Requires sitting and driving a vehicle for an extended period of time. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details:

Drive the Difference! Join Us as a Heavy Truck Operator Logistics! Help keep our entire health system running smoothly by delivering the essentials that support patient care - from pharmaceuticals to medical equipment to critical supplies and interoffice mail, you'll play a vital role in ensuring Geisinger locations have what they need to serve patients. We're seeking a reliable, safety-focused Heavy Truck Operator - Logistics to operate a Class 8 straight truck and cargo van, completing scheduled routes and responding to urgent delivery needs across our healthcare network. Your route matters. Your deliveries matter. Your work matters. Join Geisinger as a Heavy Truck Operator - Logistics and help deliver the resources that keep healthcare moving. Geisinger is proud to offer a $17.81 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $2 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts!

Hours:

F ull time, 40 hours per week, day shift

Required Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED and valid Driver's License
• DOT Physical Card- Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
• Two (2) years of related work experience in commercial driving, logistics, transportation, route delivery, warehouse, or supply chain experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience operating Class 8 vehicles, straight trucks, box trucks, or similar commercial vehicles.

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards