Tractor Trailer Driver

Thompson Marine; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor is seeking a capable Tractor Trailer Driver to transport parts and equipment between customer, vendor, and company locations. You will operate with minimal supervision, load and unload cargo, and ensure proper documentation and safety compliance across DOT regulations.

The role requires high school education, CDL Class A, and mechanical aptitude, with proven experience in hauling equipment and operating heavy vehicles.

Qualifications

• Written and verbal communication skills required.
• Basic computing skills required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to basic safe machine operation and inspection.
• Conduct and document daily vehicle inspections.
• Maintain truck and driving log according to DOT Regulations.
• Adhere to DOT and Company safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensure preventive maintenance on truck is performed as required.
• Load and unload truck cargo.
• Properly secure truck cargo for transport.
• Ensure proper documentation for cargo including MSDS for hazardous materials.
• Follow 5-Star Contamination Control procedures.
• Maintain clean, neat, and orderly truck.
• Keep accurate records of all work.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Basic computing skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

Medical Card

Job description

The Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for transporting parts, components, and equipment to and from customer, vendor, and company locations and job sites. Truck Drivers must be able to perform independently under limited supervision. Examples of the types of machinery that the Driver will transport include earthmoving equipment, diesel engines, electric power generators, lift trucks, and allied products. Drivers will also transport palletized loads, hydraulic cylinders, final drives, undercarriage components and tracks, and other items associated with our business. Tractor Trailer Drivers must be able to safely operate and load all types of equipment and safely operate a lift truck in the loading and unloading of cargo. The person in this role will demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner. Tractor Trailer Driver will advance in classification as attitude, skill level, and job performance allows.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to basic safe machine operation and inspection
• Conduct and document daily vehicle inspections
• Maintain truck and driving log according to DOT Regulations
• Adhere to DOT and Company safety regulations and procedures
• Ensure preventive maintenance on truck is performed as required
• Load and unload truck cargo
• Properly secure truck cargo for transport
• Ensure proper documentation for cargo including MSDS for hazardous materials
• Follow 5-Star Contamination Control procedures
• Maintain clean, neat, and orderly truck
• Keep accurate records of all work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Education)
• Candidates must possess strong mechanical aptitude (Experience)
• Prior experience hauling equipment and operating equipment considered for stronger consideration (Experience)
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required (Experience)
• Written and verbal communication skills (Skills)
• Basic computing skills (Skills)
• Area specific technical training (Job Training)
• OSHA and MSHA required training (Job Training)
• Compliance training (Job Training)
• Driver's License Personal
• CDL Class A
• Med Card

Safety Summary

Work is normally performed in a customer, vendor, or Company shop or on the location of customer job sites. Exposure to physical risk and all weather conditions is associated with this position. Driving for extended periods of time is often required.

Physical Requirements

• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Operating equipment
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Climbing on ladders
• Climbing on equipment
• Crawling under equipment
• Driving (day and night)
• Tripping, slipping, falling
• Strains due to lifting
• Driving related hazards
• Equipment movement
• Stress and fatigue due to overexertion
• Back and neck strain
• Injury from lifting
• Moving machinery
• Strains and Sprains
• Cold stress

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.