TRUCK DRIVER

j-; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

j- is seeking a dependable Truck Driver in Rockford, IL to deliver finished goods safely and on schedule. You will operate a semi-truck, perform routine maintenance checks, and handle loading/unloading with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities include complying with DOT regulations, maintaining accurate shipping paperwork, and coordinating with the shipping office. Candidates must have a CDL-A, a high school diploma or GED, and pass background and drug tests; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• CDL-A license required for operation of vehicle.
• Pass background and drug screening per DOT regulations.
• Forklift license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates a semi-truck in compliance with state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and on schedule.
• Manoeuvres truck into loading/unloading areas, follows signals.
• Assists with loading and unloading, adheres to delivery schedules.
• Maintains invoicing, bills of lading, and shipping paperwork.
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance and reports issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

English communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Mathematical ability

Problem solving

Time management

Listening skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL-A

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Job SummaryThe Truck Driver will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials to customers in a timely and professional manner.Duties/ResponsibilitiesOperates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over the required route, 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 loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted and following the delivery schedule; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.Ensures loaded material matches the information on the bill of landing.Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office 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 Shipping Lead.Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.The employer may require an employee to perform other duties as assigned on a temporary and infrequent basis.Required Skills/AbilitiesStrong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points in English.Ability to remain focused in a busy environment.Good written skills in English.Ability to remain focused and work in a fast-paced and busy environment.Organized with great attention to detail.Ability to manage and work on a computerAbility to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.Ability to create and maintain cooperative, team building relationships.Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.Actively listen to instructions, understand them, and ask questionsAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to calculate correct weight for each load.Education and ExperiencesHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceMust hold the required commercial driver's license appropriate for the weight of the vehicle to be operated (Illinois CDL-A or equivalent).Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations.Forklift licenseExperience using computers is a plus