Local Shuttle CDL Truck Driver

Reasors Food Stores; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The Fort Worth facility seeks a CDL-equipped truck driver to handle daily shuttle runs between RTP buildings and vendors with a mix of regional work.

Duties include inspections, trailer handling, and safe operation per DOT and company rules. Typical schedule includes 1st shift, Monday–Friday, with extensive emphasis on safety, documentation (DOT logs/ELDs), and teamwork with dispatch and

Qualifications

• Must have valid and unrestricted CDL license.
• Satisfactory driving record per DOT standards.
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Willingness to work overtime and overtime weekends when needed.

Responsibilities

• Primarily day cab/local truck duties.
• Receive and follow dispatch orders.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Hook up and drop trailers as directed by dispatch.
• Operate forklift and loading/unloading as needed.
• Drive routes in compliance with DOT and company guidelines.
• Communicate with dispatch, maintenance and safety teams.
• Handle loading/unloading of various trailer types.

Skills

CDL license

DOT regulations

English proficiency

OT commitment

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Forklift

ELD operation

Job description

• Location 1301 Joel E Road,Fort Worth, TX, 76140,United States
• Job Category TRUCK DRIVER
• Employee Type FT Hourly-Non Exempt

Description

This position is for responsible for the safe transportation of RTP materials, products and other general commodities as directed by RTP Transportation Department. Anticipated 80% of duties would be shuttle/inner city work between RTP buildings and vendors. 20% of duties to be over the road (regional) miles. May occasionally requiring sleeper berth use or motel.

Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday- Friday- 7am-3 pm

Responsibilities

• Primarily day cab/local truck duties
• Receive and follow dispatch orders/instructions
• Pre and Post trip inspect vehicle at specified intervals
• Hook up and drop trailers as directed by dispatch
• Operate forklift and perform loading and unloading as needed/required
• Drive vehicle on specified routes observing Department of Transportation, State, Federal and RTP Company guidelines safe driving rules and regulations
• Communicate as directed, verbally or in writing
• Pick up and deliver dry van (skid) products, pneumatic bulk product and trash compactor
• Unloading/loading of pneumatic trailers with use of PTO Blower
• Communicate with Customer, Maintenance, Safety, and Dispatch on directions, breakdowns, accidents, product damage, emergencies, and other issues
• Fuel vehicle at approved locations
• Prepare all trip records and DOT logs daily- use ELD’s (electronic log device) as required.
• Participate in Company meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. regularly
• Must be dependable and have excellent attendance
• Must have ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must have ability to make decisions within the scope of the job responsibilities
• Must have a positive attitude
• Must be w illing and able to work overtime as needed, up to every other weekend
• Must be w illing and able to work in temperature extremes – hot and cold
• Must be able to pass a forklift test
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Education and Experience

• Must have a valid and unrestricted CDL driver’s license
• Must have a satisfactory (as rated by DOT) driving record
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred forklift experience
• Preferred previous driving experience

Physical Requirements and Working Condition s

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time as well as look at a computer screen.
• Occasional travel to other locations may be required.

Summary

RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The company has over 20 manufacturing plants located in the United States, Mexico, Europe, Singapore and China. RTP Company’s engineers develop customized thermoplastic compounds in over 60 different engineering resin systems for applications requiring color, conductive, elastomeric, flame retardant, high temperature, structural, and wear-resistant properties.

EOE, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.