Truck Driver (Box Truck)

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Box Truck Operator to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely transporting cargo while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. Your expertise in routine vehicle maintenance and excellent driving record will be essential to maintain operational efficiency. The company values hard work and team effort, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive. With competitive benefits including medical insurance and a 401K plan, this position is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the logistics field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Low-cost onsite medical clinic

Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401K

Health Savings Account

Employee Garden

Gardening Classes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable truck operating experience required.
• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate box truck to transport cargo safely to specified destinations.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on the vehicle.

Skills

Truck Operating Experience

Routine Vehicle Maintenance

Organizational Skills

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

Work Shift

Day

Summary of Duties

Responsible for operating a box truck in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies. Safely transports cargo to and from specified destinations. Performs routine maintenance on tractor trailers and contacts management when repairs and scheduled maintenance are required.

Essential Functions Performed

• Operates box truck to transport cargo to and from specified destinations.
• Verifies shipping documentation is accurate and matches the loaded product.
• May be required to load/unload cargo.
• Ensures loaded product is secured by strapping to maintain load integrity, minimizing shifting and damage.
• Performs required inspection of the box truck before/after trips and completes required paperwork.
• Ensures needed repairs or maintenance issues are documented and management is notified promptly.
• Performs minor emergency road service.
• Maintains safe mobile telephone contact with supervisor or dispatcher for delivery or pickup instructions.
• Maintains logs and records in accordance with FMCSR, DOT, and company policies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Essential Physical/Environmental Demands

• Lifting up to 50 lbs (local practice may apply).
• Writing, sitting, standing, bending.
• Vision, color perception, depth perception, reading, peripheral vision.
• Fine motor skills, noise exposure.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with five years of verifiable truck operating experience.
• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance procedures.
• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent driving record with no recent accidents and minimal tickets.
• Meet DOT and FMCSR requirements.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old per DOT regulations.

Competencies

• Routine truck maintenance and logs.
• LTL shipment delivery.

Comments

Infectious Control Risk Category III: Employees are not likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids during their work.

Merit offers:

• Multiple shifts: Days, Swing, Nights.
• Medical, Dental, and other insurances (eligible after 30 days).
• Low-cost onsite medical clinic.
• Two onsite cafeterias.
• Employee garden and gardening classes.
• Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays.
• 401K, Health Savings Account.

For more about our culture, visit www.merit.com/careers.