Driver-Class A -HQ

GOODWILL CENTRAL COAST•Salinas, CA

13d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Complete scheduled trailer moves and changes, deliveries and pickups within required timelines. Operate heavy machinery (such as roll-off trailer and compactor) safely and as required. Drive a Class A vehicle pickup-truck, box-truck, bobtail, dump truck and/or van, operating according to established procedures and rules. Follow all required state and federal rules and regulations. Place and/or exchange trailers at donation sites or other designated sites. Complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Report, trip sheets, shipping manifests, pickup logs and other related paperwork. Load and/or off-load materials and prepare load for transport. Secure load in a safe manner. Complete daily safety operational checklist prior to leaving plant and at all stops as necessary to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. Monitor truck conditions and performance during operations and report all problems immediately or as soon as it is safe to do so. Perform minor repairs as needed. Adjust trailer breaks, and check wheel hubs for oil. Perform periodic truck cleaning according to defined procedures. Instruct, as directed, new and learning Class A drivers in operational procedures. Operate Roll-off Trailer. Perform duties of a bobtail truck driver as directed by the Transportation Manager. Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid California Class A driver's license; medical/drug testing certification permitting driving of Class A vehicles.
One year of experience commercially driving bobtail or box trucks; Class A driving experience is preferred.
Familiarity with material handling techniques and proper lifting procedures.
Basic math ability.
Familiarity with truck/trailer operations.
Familiarity with Goodwill Central Coast’s mission and general company policies and procedures (this may be learned on-the-job).
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to drive a Class A vehicle in the transaction of duties. This requires a good driving record.
Ability to coordinate eye/hand/foot movement to safely maneuver in/out trucks, operate vehicle controls, walk up/down ramps, and lift/stack donations.
Ability to understand and accept directions and follow procedures.
Ability to perform routine work, adapting to change related to work flow without loss of efficiency.
Ability to maintain self-control, deal effectively with the public, and work in cooperation with co-workers.
Ability to read maps and plan route schedules based on the address/locations of scheduled tickets.
Ability to make minor truck-related repairs.
Ability to demonstrate satisfactory attendance as outlined in Company policy.
Ability to adhere to defined dress code for drivers.
Ability to adhere to safe work practices as documented in Company safety policies; ability to report safety hazards/accidents promptly to supervisor or safety committee member.
Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs., with regular lifting up to 50 lbs.
Large or heavier items (51 lbs. or more) will be moved either with assistance from another person or by using appropriate material handling equipment.
Normal or corrected talking, hearing, and seeing abilities are sufficient to perform required tasks.
Normal mobility is required to walk up/down ramps, climb in/out of trucks and trailers and to walk on uneven ground.
Standing Regularly 31-70% of the time
Walking Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Sitting Consistently 71-100% of the time
Bending Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Twisting Rarely 0-10% of the time
Pushing/Pulling Regularly 31-70% of the time
Climbing Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Squatting/Kneeling Rarely 0-10% of the time
Lifting Carrying 10lbs. or less Regularly 31-70% of the time
Lifting Carrying 11-25 lbs. Regularly 31-70% of the time
Lifting Carrying 26-50 lbs. Regularly 31-70% of the time
Longest Distance Carried 25 ft.
Heaviest Item carried 50 lbs.
Hand/Shoulder/Foot: Simple Grasp Regularly 31-70% of the time
Hand/Shoulder/Foot: Power Grasp Regularly 31-70% of the time
Hand/Shoulder/Foot: Fine Manipulation Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Hand/Shoulder/Foot: Gross Manipulation Rarely 0-10% of the time
Ability to use a hand truck Regularly 31-70% of the time
Reaching at or above shoulder level Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Reaching at or below shoulder level Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Operate foot controls or repetitive foot movement Regularly 31-70% of the time
Driving long distance in a vehicle for an hour or more Occasionally 11-30% of the time
Driving short distances getting in and out of vehicle repeatedly Consistently 71-100% of the time

Nice To Haves

Class A driving experience is preferred.
Ability to communicate in basic Spanish desirable.

Responsibilities

Complete scheduled trailer moves and changes, deliveries and pickups within required timelines.
Operate heavy machinery (such as roll-off trailer and compactor) safely and as required.
Drive a Class A vehicle pickup-truck, box-truck, bobtail, dump truck and/or van, operating according to established procedures and rules.
Follow all required state and federal rules and regulations.
Place and/or exchange trailers at donation sites or other designated sites.
Complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Report, trip sheets, shipping manifests, pickup logs and other related paperwork.
Load and/or off-load materials and prepare load for transport.
Secure load in a safe manner.
Complete daily safety operational checklist prior to leaving plant and at all stops as necessary to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.
Monitor truck conditions and performance during operations and report all problems immediately or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Perform minor repairs as needed.
Adjust trailer breaks, and check wheel hubs for oil.
Perform periodic truck cleaning according to defined procedures.
Instruct, as directed, new and learning Class A drivers in operational procedures.
Operate Roll-off Trailer.
Perform duties of a bobtail truck driver as directed by the Transportation Manager.
Perform related duties as assigned.