Truck Driver

3D Corporate Solutions•Ward, SC

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Protein for Pets OPCO, LLC is seeking enthusiastic, motivated manufacturing Class A CDL drivers for its Logistics department in Ward, South Carolina. The role involves safely transporting materials in tractor-trailer combinations while complying with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Department of Transportation rules, applicable laws, and company policies. Drivers maintain required records and logs, load and unload freight, inspect and maintain vehicles, and provide customer service. The position reports to the Logistics Manager. Drivers may operate for up to 14 consecutive hours and must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include day, evening, night, and weekend shifts. Candidates must maintain a Class A CDL with a Tanker endorsement and pass a pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen. Criminal background history is subject to review.

Requirements

Maintain a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement.
At least 2 years of experience.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and read and comprehend written instructions.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with other personnel and work as a team member.
Ability to follow all safety requirements.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including day, evening, night, and weekend shifts, and work as many as 12–14 hours in a day.
Ability to climb safely and pull body weight in and out of a tractor cab and trailer multiple times a day.
Ability to sit for extended periods in a truck tractor.
Ability to walk and stand safely for extended periods on surfaces that may be uneven or slippery.
Ability to reach, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel as needed to perform job duties.
Ability to lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights: up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 75 pounds occasionally.
Ability to connect and disconnect a kingpin with an average weight or pull force of approximately 75 pounds.
Ability to crank trailer landing gear up or down to secure vehicles safely.
Pass a pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen.
Criminal background history is subject to review.

Responsibilities

Maintain a current Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement.
Operate in accordance with FMCSR, DOT regulations, applicable laws and agency rules, and company policies.
Maintain accurate records and logs.
Detect and minimize safety hazards.
Load and unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading as required by the customer.
Couple and uncouple trailers, including connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines and manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
Safely operate tractor-trailer combinations for up to 14 consecutive hours in all types of weather while transporting materials.
Climb ladders to inspect loads and ensure cargo is secure.
Perform required vehicle inspections under section 396.13 of the FMCSR.
Follow special cargo-related procedures, such as checking refrigeration systems.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance, including adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid and making minor repairs.
Use truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones to exchange information with bases, supervisors, and other drivers.
Provide excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.