Driver Commercial 1

reliance•Jurupa Valley, CA

10d

About The Position

This position is in the Delivery family and operates commercial vehicles with a GVWR under 26,001 pounds to deliver and pick up materials, merchandise, and equipment. A California Class A Driver’s License is required. The role involves safe vehicle operation, cargo handling and securement, inspections and documentation, and assisting with loading operations and truck readiness.

Requirements

A California Class A Driver’s License is required.
A valid Driver’s License appropriate to the assigned vehicle type is required.
Successful completion of a road test is required.
Ability to meet company insurability standards is required.
Ability to meet driver qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 391 is required.
Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria defined by federal regulations and/or company policy is required.
No drug violations during the previous five years; for violations older than five years, proof of completion of a certified SAP program is required.
Basic knowledge of laws, government regulations, and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations is required.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations is required.
Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic calculations correctly, are required.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and customers/vendors is required.
Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Two to five years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate commercial vehicles to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment at assigned destinations and/or customers in a timely manner.
Follow safety procedures for transporting goods, including securing cargo and using tarps when needed.
Safely maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
Perform daily vehicle inspections as defined by the FMCSA and ensure trucks are roadworthy and safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Record inspection information and defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
Use an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
Report traffic incidents, including accidents and violations, and vehicle damage to supervisory staff.
Read bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy and obtain signatures for delivered goods.
Stage dunnage for the next loading shift before the end of each shift.
Remove and organize excess dunnage left on trailers to support efficiency, safety, and trailer cleanliness.
Clean trucks at the end of each shift, including removing trash, to maintain cleanliness and prepare equipment for reuse.
Assist the loading shift when trucks are not ready or loaded, including moving trailers and trucks as needed to improve workflow and help drivers depart efficiently.
Adhere to safety processes and protocols.