Local Truck Driver

Engineered Floors; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national flooring company is seeking a Local Truck Driver responsible for transporting goods between facilities in Dalton, Georgia. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License and have at least 2 years of truck driving experience. Responsibilities include communicating with dispatch, performing minor truck maintenance, and ensuring accurate documentation of shipments. This position may require overtime or weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous verifiable truck driving experience.
• Ability to communicate with the general public and authorities.
• Must pass a physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Transport company goods between local facilities.
• Request and receive work assignments from the Dispatcher.
• Observe and document maintenance needs on trucks and trailers.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Basic mechanical knowledge

Education

Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The purpose of the Local Truck Driver is to be responsible for using trucks to transport company goods between local facilities and warehouses.

• Work with the Dispatcher to request and receive work assignments
• Communicate any concerns
• Observe minor maintenance needs on the trucks and trailers and document accordingly
• Document product overage, shortage, or damage
• Complete required reports
• Connect and disconnect air lines from the truck to trailer
• Demonstrate dependability and consistent, punctual attendance for all work assignments

Performance Expectations (if applicable)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching is required approximately 50 times per shift.
• Stooping is required approximately 100 times per shift for approximately 10-second intervals.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trucks frequently and pass a physical.

Experience/Education Requirements

• Must have at least 2 years of previous verifiable truck driving history/experience
• Hold and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Must be able to speak, read and write well enough to communicate with the general public, to respond to law enforcement and DOT officials
• Available for overtime, weekend, and holiday work when needed
• Driving record must withstand a motor vehicle report check

Other Requirements

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.