CDL Driver

ACO, Inc.•Casa Grande, AZ

20d

About The Position

CDL drivers transport goods between locations using tractor trailers and heavy trucks. They often travel extensive distances to deliver their loads and must adhere to traffic and safety regulations while still making their deliveries on time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
CDL license
Two years of experience working as a CDL driver with no legal or safety incidents on record
Ability to lift and/or move 75 pounds
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating truck
Comfortable operating heavy machinery
Hand-eye coordination
Strong eyesight & Hearing
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Attention to detail
Good Hand-eye coordination
Strong eyesight & Hearing
Good verbal and written communication skills
Certified Forklift Operator

Nice To Haves

Completion of professional truck driving educational program

Responsibilities

Perform safety checks of brakes, steering column, lights, and mirrors prior to each leg of journey to ensure road readiness
Follow and maintain loading protocols, using chains and binders to secure cargo, and re-checking their stability throughout trips
Inspect trailers before and after loading, paying attention to status of air lines and jack positions and adjusting them as necessary
Visit weigh stations before and after packing to ensure that loads meet state safety regulations, making alterations to loads when required by law
Contribute to company data by honestly recording times of delivery and hours worked
Assist in unloading cargo when delivery sites are understaffed, maintaining product quality throughout conveyance
Always adhere to traffic safety regulations, exercise caution in treacherous circumstances and report unsafe vehicle or road conditions to supervisors and highway authorities
Use GPS to stay informed of route information, and communicate with supervisors and colleagues using CB radio and cab computer
Must follow all company policies
All other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management.