Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - Baton Rouge

National Trench Safety, Inc • Gonzales, LA

80d

About The Position

As a Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified with National Trench Safety, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, timely, and efficiently. This position will adhere to all safety policies and procedures directed by DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety. This position is a safety sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of (2) two years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License issued from the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to secure loads safely.
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written to enhance relationships with customers.
• A positive attitude and occasionally requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Quick learner, attention to detail and the ability to accept directions and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comply with all DOT regulations as related to the safe operation of your vehicle, including vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Report any identified vehicle issues.
• Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
• Maintain current driver credentials as required.
• Comply with pre-employment, routine, random drug and alcohol testing requests.
• Secure load strictly complying with DOT and company policies.
• Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the branch management.
• Deliver and pick-up shoring and plates to and from job sites multiple loads per day.
• Occasionally load and unload your truck and trailer on the customer’s job site.
• Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites.
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required.
• Apply knowledge of driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock operational areas.
• Maintain open communication with branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries.
• Adhere to all customers’ safety requirements while at customer job sites.
• May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas sites to eliminate possible hazards, other responsibilities as assigned.
• May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of shoring equipment.
• Record and Report to the branch management, Inside Sales rep and customer of any damage to NTS rental equipment that is as identified by the driver during the pickup process.
• Be available to customers’ needs, including occasional after-hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time.
• Keep the vehicle clean and up to date on maintenance.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Team Ownership Program (TOP) grants an annual stock award to every active full-time employee.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Basic and Voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off that is either awarded or begins to accrue on the first pay period.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Birthday and Work Anniversary holidays after one year of service.
• Incentive bonus plans.
• Educational assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees