Truck Driver

Position Overview
The Driver is responsible for driving either a roll-off truck or tractor trailer to transport and deliver material to supplier, customer, storage, or processing locations while ensuring that all of his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and all applicable DOT regulations. This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Use a roll-off truck and/or trailer with tractor to load, unload, pick-up and drop off materials and/or empty containers to customer sites
• Visually inspect materials that are loaded to ensure that containers are safe to haul per Pennsylvania DOT requirements
• Maintain a well-manicured appearance and provide excellent customer service while representing the company
• Maintain a safe driving record at all times while employed
• Analyze Customer's needs when placing/pick-up roll-off containers
• Assure that materials meet the Sullivan’s non-ferrous and ferrous quality specifications as directed by Management
• Perform and record a daily pre-trip inspection of equipment assigned truck and trailer equipment and report any mechanical and/or safety issues or concerns to Management.
• Report weight deductions from commercial accounts to the Office
• Ensure accuracy of record keeping for interoffice documentation
• Other duties, as assigned
• Move freight and materials to and from production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, and containers by hand or using trucks, tractors, and other equipment
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew, checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned
• Secure material for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, or covers
• Receive instructions from dispatch and proceed to location for delivery or receipt of material
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Maintain all logs of working hours, vehicle service, and repair status, adhering to state and federal regulations
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered materials and check all documentation to ensure it is complete and accurate
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned
• Carry needed tools and supplies from storage or trucks, and return them after use
• Report all vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages to the appropriate supervisor

Qualifications

• Valid PA Class A Driver’s License
• CDL A Driver's License preferred
• Driving for at least 2 years required
• Excellent knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
• ·Strong communication skills to interact with clients and team members
• Thorough understanding of DOT rules and regulations and vehicle operations
• Ability to write simple reports and correspondence such as pre-trip and post-trip inspections, accident reports, daily paperwork, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions such as daily schedules, company policies and procedures, etc.
• Must work well with team members or independently; gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner
• Makes timely and sound decisions; uses resources wisely
• Physical stamina to handle loading and unloading materials
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions accurately

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person