Distr Ctr Truck Driver

American Electric Power • Catoosa, OK

1d • $38 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, operate large tractor-trailer (or truck) in delivering supplies, materials, and equipment from the Regional Distribution Center to Storerooms throughout the Company. Perform duties in accordance with Company's procedures, practices, and safety rules, which may include other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• A working knowledge of the methods for handling and loading heavy equipment.
• Ability to efficiently and safely operate tractor-trailer equipment, as well as knowledge of laws and regulations relating to its operation.
• Possess or obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) for operating tractor-trailer equipment within six months of employment.
• Must comply with Operating Company specific residency requirements.
• If a Crane Certification is required, the incumbent must obtain the Crane Certification within 1 year after obtaining the CDL and within 2 attempts or vacate the current job classification.
• Incumbent must periodically be recertified as required by the regulations and in the timeframe determined by the company.

Nice To Haves

• Reside within 35-mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location.

Responsibilities

• Operate large tractor-trailer (or truck) and Cargo-Master (overhead type crane in truck) and associated equipment.
• Load and unload supplies, material, and equipment.
• Pick up and deliver freight, supplies, materials and equipment from dealers, manufacturers, service shops, or other units of the Company and report abnormal conditions found at delivery points.
• Maintain logs and records as required by the Company and government.
• Transport, load, and unload hazardous material, such as oil-filled equipment and lead-acid batteries, under required safety procedures, and be familiar with regulations concerning transport of such material.
• Perform minor maintenance on tractor-trailer (or truck) and maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition and report needed repairs.
• Direct and train other employees in the delivering of supplies, materials, equipment and in driving a tractor-trailer (or truck).
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned, including general work in the distribution center.

Benefits

• In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

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