Local Truck Driver

Davita Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Local Truck Driver to efficiently transport goods between various facilities. The driver will be responsible for ensuring timely deliveries, conducting minor maintenance, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must have a valid Georgia CDL and at least 2 years of driving experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous verifiable truck driving history/experience.
• Valid Georgia CDL license.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and officials.

Responsibilities

• Transport company goods between local facilities and warehouses.
• Document product overages, shortages, or damages.
• Perform minor maintenance on trucks.

Skills

Dependability

Communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

2 years of truck driving experience

Job description

Job Summary:

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

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with the Dispatcher to request and receive work assignments


• Communicate any concerns


• Operate communications equipment


• 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.