Class A Driver - Flatbed

Western Milling • Goshen, CA

1d • $1,200 - $1,500

About The Position

Overview Local Route! Home Daily! THE BENEFITS: Average weekly pay between $1200-$1500 (pay per load structure) Competitive Benefits Package - group health plans, life, disability, supplemental insurance options and more! 401K w/company match PTO - Vacation, Sick, Holiday pay and more! Employee assistance program, employee appreciation events, and more! This position is responsible for transporting deliveries locally or over the road in accordance with company guidelines and DOT regulations by performing the following duties:

Requirements

• Some high school required; a high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Clean driving record (no more than two points on DMV record) and Class A (commercial) license is required.
• A minimum of 2 years driving commercial trucks required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and write in English to keep an accurate logbook, inspection reports, maintenance reports, and accident/incident reports.
• Attentive to detail and able to maintain records per described requirements.
• Customer service oriented.
• Must be courteous and respectful in all situations.
• Strong time management skills.
• Must be punctual and able to meet deadlines.
• Flexible availability.
• Ability to safely operate a piggyback forklift (Moffett)
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion activities throughout the day.
• Requires getting into and out of the truck frequently.
• Must be able to lift and/or move 60 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations of 100 ft.
• Must be able to work 10-12 hours per day, 5-6 days a week and any shift scheduled.
• Valid Driver’s License required for insurance purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience loading and unloading commercial trailers preferred.
• Experience working in a feed mill or manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports deliveries in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company procedures and applicable DOT regulations.
• Serves as a Company representative to all outside entities with which they will have contact.
• Applies knowledge and abilities to safely load and unload deliveries according to size of load and content description.
• Loads and unloads cargo using a piggyback forklift at customer and shipper sites.
• Secures cargo for transport using straps and/or tarps in compliance with safety regulations.
• Processes shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load and manages discrepancy documentation.
• Obtains and maintains proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation and submits in a timely manner.
• Provides excellent customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company’s image with both internal and external customers.
• Performs a daily DOT pre-trip inspection, per guidelines given by the DOT & Safety Compliance Specialist and keeps an accurate copy in the vehicle at all times.
• Maintains a daily, legible DOT logbook and submits logbooks to Compliance as required.
• Provides basic maintenance for vehicle such as maintaining vehicle in a neat manner and performing minor repairs.
• Reports and schedules maintenance for larger mechanical issues to Company’s truck shop.
• Keeps vehicle cab clean, smoke-free and orderly.
• Maintains company gas credit cards, and valid/current proof of insurance and registration in vehicle.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicle and reports all accidents/damages/malfunctions to supervisor.
• Follow instructions given on load sheets and report any discrepancies on load paperwork to Dispatch for resolution.
• Able to work any shift assigned as hours and dates of delivery vary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Average weekly pay between $1200-$1500 (pay per load structure)
• Competitive Benefits Package - group health plans, life, disability, supplemental insurance options and more!
• 401K w/company match
• PTO - Vacation, Sick, Holiday pay and more!
• Employee assistance program, employee appreciation events, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED