Truck Driver Class 3

Caesarstone Ltd.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesarstone Ltd. is seeking a driver to deliver quartz slabs in a safe and efficient manner.

You will be the main point of contact with customers, providing excellent service while helping the warehouse team load orders onto trucks and ensuring the vehicle is in optimal running condition. The successful candidate will train in Warehouse Operations before route/truck assignment, and must be able to perform physical work, operate safely, and complete all required paperwork and inspections.

Qualifications

• Valid D/Z driver’s license (Class 3).
• 3–5 years verifiable truck driving experience.
• Excellent safety and compliance record and driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate truck safely with automatic or manual transmission according to safety requirements.
• Inspect mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment before/during/after trips; monitor gauges and leaks.
• Complete all paperwork and maintain up-to-date Driver Log.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Perform physical loading/unloading tasks as needed (lifting up to 100 lbs).
• Use satellite tracking equipment and comply with DOT/HTA rules.

Skills

Customer service

Safety conscious

Communication

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Tools

GPS tracking

Job description

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The individual will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of quartz slabs in a safe and efficient manner. Being a main point of contact with the customers, great customer service skills are also required. Other duties would be assist material handlers to load orders on truck and ensuring truck is in optimal running condition.

The successful candidate will be required to train and familiarize themselves in the Warehouse Operation prior to route/truck assignment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating power unit equipped with multi-speed transmission (Automatic or Manual) safely by adhering to all safety requirements
• Perform inspections of mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment of truck unit before, during, and after trips, including gauges, lighting and electrical systems, and visual checks of potential water, oil, fuel and air leaks
• Completing all applicable paperwork. Maintain up-to-date Driver Log throughout the duration of each shift.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with customers and co-workers in a professional manner
• Be able to perform physical work at times (lifting in excess of 50lbs)
• Use of satellite tracking equipment
• Observing and complying with rules and regulations of the Ministry of Transportation and the Highway Traffic Act

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid D/Z driver’s license (Class 3)
• Minimum of 3-5 years verifiable truck driving experience
• No driving related criminal code convictions in the previous 36 months
• No more than 2 moving violations of any kind in the previous 12 months
• No more than 3 moving violations in the previous 36 months
• Must have excellent safety and compliance record and driving skills
• Flexibility to accommodate different start times
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Able to work with tight deadlines in a multi-task, high priority environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required for driving for many hours at a stretch (within employment standards limitations), including unloading cargo, and making many deliveries.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Overtime as required with possible weekend work as required
• Ability to lift 100 pounds; ability to regularly preform physical movements:
• Sitting – long and regular driving hours
• Handling/gripping - Handle tools and equipment; grip steering wheel and levers
• Climbing up and down stairs/ladders - Climb into cab; Climb onto vehicle to inspect load
• Stooping - Occasional stooping during pre- and post-trip inspections and when accessing under vehicle to perform low-inspections
• Crouching - During pre- and post-trip inspections to access under vehicle, perform low-inspections
• Push/Pull – push and pull safety straps to secure load on vehicle

We are proud to provide this unique career opportunity in a progressive environment with continuous learning and opportunity for growth. In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be a part of a major organization poised for growth, which has a track record of success and strong brand presence.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.