Driver Class - C

Peterson•Cresco Livermore, CA

About The Position

The Driver Class - C operates delivery trucks and trailers to load, unload, secure, and transport rental equipment to and from customer sites. The role follows delivery and pickup instructions from the Dispatcher and/or Manager, demonstrates equipment use to customers, and assesses whether customers can use equipment safely. The driver inspects equipment for damage during pickups and tracks truck equipment inventory. The position is responsible for safe vehicle and equipment operations, including following company, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Federal Motor Carrier rules and procedures; maintaining an accurate Record of Duty Status log; performing daily DOT vehicle safety inspections; and maintaining assigned vehicles in accordance with applicable guidelines. The driver also ensures registrations, permits, and inspections remain current and valid, and washes, fuels, and maintains rental equipment as directed. The role requires professional interactions with customers, employees, visitors, and vendors. The driver promotes a positive company image, relays customer concerns and feedback to the appropriate person, completes rental and related documents accurately and promptly, and maintains regular, punctual, and predictable attendance. Overtime may be needed within labor law and DOT guidelines. A drug screen and background check are required.

Requirements

Maintain updated knowledge of applicable DOT and Federal Motor Carrier regulations and requirements.
Be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely, and in alignment with Peterson’s core values.
A drug screen and background check are required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas machinery, and diesel machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate delivery trucks and trailers to load, unload, secure, and transport rental equipment.
Follow delivery and pickup instructions from the Dispatcher and/or Manager.
Follow company, DOT, and Federal Motor Carrier safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
Maintain an accurate Record of Duty Status log.
Perform daily DOT vehicle operational safety inspections.
Monitor, maintain, and inspect assigned delivery vehicles according to manufacturer, company, and DOT guidelines.
Ensure required registrations, permits, and inspections are current and valid.
Deliver and retrieve equipment to and from customer sites.
Inspect equipment for damage when picking it up from customers.
Determine whether customers can use equipment safely and demonstrate rental equipment use to customers.
Track and maintain truck equipment inventory.
Wash, fuel, and maintain rental equipment as directed.
Promote a positive company image through professional conduct and truck appearance.
Relay customer concerns and feedback to the appropriate person.
Complete rental and related documents accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.
Work overtime as needed within labor law and DOT guidelines.