Local Driver

Wheaton World Wide Moving; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton World Wide Moving in Indianapolis is looking for a qualified driver to operate commercial vehicles for household goods moves. The successful candidate will lead loading and unloading operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and maintain logs for intrastate and interstate moves. Minimum requirements include one year of experience driving tractor trailers plus experience with household goods, an excellent safety record, and a High School diploma or equivalent. Candidates should exhibit strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of experience driving tractor trailer and 1 year of household goods experience for Class A.
• 6 months experience driving a straight truck for Class B, and related experience for household goods.
• Must have an excellent safety record with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles for household goods shipments.
• Lead and supervise laborers in loading and unloading.
• Complete all necessary paperwork for jobs.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Class A or Class B Drivers License

Straight Truck

Safety Procedures

Physical Stamina

Loading And Unloading

Dependability

Work Ethic

Punctuality

Teamwork

Route Navigation

Transportation Operations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position Overview: Operates a commercial motor vehicle tractor trailer and or straight truck vehicle on behalf of the company to complete household goods shipments for local moves. Is the lead person in charge for help/labor connected to a particular move that s/he is assigned. Incumbent provides a quality moving service interacting with all levels of Crown Moving and Storage customers, vendors and other staff in a professional manner.

Essential Functions

• Assumes lead role/responsibility for helper/laborers assigned to move in the loading and unloading of household goods shipments for local moves.
• Responsible for completion of all paperwork assigned to each job including but not limited to Bills of Lading, Daily records of duty status (logbooks) and military and government paperwork.
• Prepares inventory of items to be prepared for shipping and inspects each item closely identifying any existing damages and listing these on the inventory.
• Properly stack, pad, and secure household goods in company vehicles
• Remove debris from customer’s premises after loading, unloading or unpacking
• Load necessary materials and equipment on vehicle for each job
• Deliver and unpack household goods at customer’s residence
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules on equipment
• Load and deliver storage pickups and deliveries
• Perform O&I moves (office moves) when needed
• Perform packing jobs as necessary
• Check oil and fuel levels on all equipment before driving
• Palletize storage shipments in the warehouse
• Assist with cleaning the warehouse, dock and local equipment
• Maintain up-to-date logs for intrastate and interstate moves

Work Experience

Required Experience:

• 1 to 2 years

Must have 1 year experience driving tractor trailer plus one year of household goods experience for class A and 6 months experience driving a straight truck and 6 months of household goods experience for Class B. Must have an excellent safety record. No more than 3 moving violations in the past 12 months. No more than 5 moving violations in the past 24 months. Requires professionalism and confidentiality and the ability to read and interpret operating and procedure manuals.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Lift and lower boxes weighing up to 125 lbs.
• Repetitively lift and lower boxes weighing an average of 45 lbs.
• Lift and carry boxes weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Push and pull 300 lbs. loaded onto a 2-wheel dolly for a distance of up to 100 ft.
• Push and pull 135 lbs. loaded onto a 2-wheel dolly up and down ramps and steps
• Step into and out of trailers
• Climb ladders

Education

Required Degree Level: High School and/or equivalent

Skills

• Communication
• Customer Service
• Class A or Class B Drivers License
• Straight Truck
• Safety Procedures
• Physical Stamina
• Loading And Unloading
• Dependability
• Work Ethic
• Punctuality
• Teamwork
• Route Navigation
• Transportation Operations