Truck Driver

The Kraft Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Rand Whitney Container in Worcester, MA is seeking a full-time tractor-trailer operator. You will transport cargo to and from specified destinations with emphasis on safety and on-time delivery.

Qualified candidates hold a CDL Class A, have at least 2 years of experience, and maintain a clean driving record. A valid DOT Medical Card is required; responsibilities include logs, paperwork, and dispatch communication.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL Class A license.
• Minimum 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Must maintain a valid DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor trailer to transport cargo to and from destinations.
• Review schedule at start of shift and execute deliveries as assigned.
• Complete safety checks and maintain delivery documentation.
• Ensure on-time delivery and maintain driver logs per regulations.
• Communicate with dispatch for instructions and changes.
• Cover forklift operations as needed and complete required paperwork.

Skills

CDL Class A

2+ years experience

DOT Medical Card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Rand Whitney Container Agrand MA - Worcester, MA 01607, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $15.00 - $27.85 Hourly, Job Shift: First Shift, SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating a tractor trailer truck that transports cargo to and from specified destinations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promptly, at start of shift, review work schedule, check equipment and execute deliveries as assigned.
• Complete safety check of equipment.
• Prepares, receives, and provides appropriate documentation for delivery or pick up of goods
• Ensures on time delivery of all products
• Maintains text or telephone contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery and pick up
• Maintains logs of travel and cargo according to federal and state regulations
• Responsible to cover Forklift Operations as needed
• During shift and at end of shift, clean and/or secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperwork.
• Meet all quality and efficiency standards
• Special projects and assignments as business dictates.
• Responsible for the maintenance, creation and control of all personally identifiable information or any other information protected by any Confidentiality or Privacy Standards or Company Policies that you have access or knowledge of, including but not limited to any state or federal regulations including HIPPA.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Must hold a valid CDL Class A license to operate truck
• Must have 2+ years' experience
• Must have a satisfactory driving record no major infractions within the past 3 years
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to adhere to defined schedule
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• 18 years of age or older
• Must have attention to detail and focused concentration.
• Must be able to complete tasks that require a particular speed or productivity quota.
• Must be able to adhere to process protocol and must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods, climb, stand as well as bending and stooping regularly.
• Must be able to maintain a valid DOT Medical Card
• The job duties will require the employee to utilize repetitive fine manipulation with hands.
• The employee must use hands to handle and feel.
• The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.
• The employee is required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities for this job include close vision, distance vision and depth vision.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The noise level in the work environment requires the use of hearing protection.
• The environment is subject to temperature change with the seasons
• Constantly changing due to customer demands

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid DOT Class A Driver's License and Medical Card

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.