Truck Driver

Delta Group Career Opportunities; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Group is hiring a Truck Driver responsible for receiving, transporting, and delivering products to various Delta Group locations and customers. The role requires assembling farm equipment as needed and coordinating with the Service Manager and shop staff to meet productivity goals.

The candidate must have a valid commercial driver’s license, pass a background check and drug test, and be self-motivated with strong time management and communication skills to work with sales and service teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have a valid CDL license for the vehicle weight.
• Background check and drug testing required per regulations.
• Previous mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a semi-truck following state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and on time to Delta Group locations or customers.
• Assembles farm equipment when not delivering or receiving products.
• Prepares and processes signed invoices and shipping paperwork.
• Maintains communication with Service Manager and other staff to coordinate routes.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Time management

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Heavy equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

The Truck Driver is hired by, reports to and is evaluated by the Service Manager. The Truck Driver is the point of contact for receiving, transporting, and delivering products, both to other Delta Group locations and to customers. The Truck Driver will safely and efficiently deliver products to their desired location in a timely and professional manner. The Truck Driver will assist with the assemble of farm equipment as necessary to meet productivity goals of the department and best serve the customers of Delta Group. The Truck Driver works in collaboration with the Service Manager, Shop Foreman, Warehouse Manager, sales team members, and customers to further the goals and objectives of Delta Group. The Truck Driver must be self-motivated as most of their work is conducted without immediate oversight of management. Other job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Service Department Responsibilities

• Operates a semi-truck, according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required routes, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
• Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.
• Assists with the loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.
• Correctly loads, binds and secures equipment to trailer for transport.
• Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to the Service Manager or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete.
• Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to the Service Manager.
• Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
• When not receiving, transporting and delivering products, assembles farm equipment, including but not limited to seeding, harvesting, sprayer and tillage equipment.
• Utilizes hand and power tools, measuring devices and basic math to complete assembly functions, as needed.
• Operates forklift and heavy equipment as needed for assembly functions.

Team Leadership

• Develops and maintains open communication among employees, customers, vendors, partners, and suppliers.
• Encourages and promotes a collaborative working relationship between the parts, sales, and service departments.
• Works as part of a team, offering and seeking assistance when needed.

Customer Service

• Handles all customer questions, concerns, and complaints expeditiously.
• Treats all customers with respect, and if an issue occurs involves the Service Manager/Shop Foreman for resolution, as needed.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to get around the dealership and grounds for various tasks.

Ability to lift or move 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds.

Ability to tolerate up and down movement with bending or stooping, including reaching above and below shoulder height with arms and hands.

Ability to operate equipment or other power equipment as necessary.

Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time.

Ability to load/unload and utilize tools.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing duties, the employee may be near moving mechanical parts and inside and outside weather conditions.

Requirements

Desired Skills and Characteristics:

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Able to balance and coordinate multiple responsibilities.
• Energetic and passionate about making a positive difference for people and communities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to be agile and flexible.
• Able to work across differences and understand the importance of diverse voices.
• Works well in collaboration with others.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work efficiently.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have excellent time management skills.

Education, Experience and Background:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Must have a valid commercial driver’s license for the weight of vehicle to be operated.
• Must pass a background check and drug testing as required by federal and/or state departments of transportation regulations.
• Previous mechanical experience preferred.