Driver - Foley

Empower Rental Group • Foley, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Empower Rental Group is hiring a CDL A Driver for its Foley, Alabama location. The company is a family of local equipment rental providers across the Southeastern United States, with more than 36 locations. Drivers professionally deliver rental equipment and products to customers, load, unload, and secure equipment, relocate units, and perform maintenance or repairs as needed. Driving is the most significant portion of the job, and drivers must operate safely at all times. The role also assists the service department and other areas as needed or during downtime. Occasional overnight travel may be required for long-distance deliveries.

Requirements

• Current, valid CDL A driver’s license.
• Clean driving record that meets acceptable company and/or vendor/customer parameters.
• One year of commercial driving experience.
• Firm understanding of company driving policies and the rules of the road.
• Defensive driving skills and safe operation of the truck at all times.

Responsibilities

• Transport rental equipment and products to and from customer job sites or rental locations using a CDL A truck.
• Safely navigate construction job sites and other delivery locations and unload equipment at the requested location.
• Keep the truck, tools, and equipment in good condition and safe working order.
• Maintain truck efficiency by meeting preventive maintenance requirements in accordance with manufacturer or lessor instructions.
• Build relationships with clients and provide positive, professional customer interactions.
• Handle customer inquiries and requests in a timely manner.
• Communicate with the branch and customers to maintain schedules and promptly report delivery or pickup issues and delays.
• Make appropriate repairs to delivered units.
• Complete DOT logs as required and maintain an accurate, signed paper log for every day of the week.
• Comply with FMCSA regulations, especially Hours-of-Service regulations, and keep permits up to date.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Immediately report needed truck maintenance to the Branch Manager.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist the service department and other areas as needed or during downtime.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employer-paid basic life insurance with a buy-up option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-paid short-term disability benefits
• Voluntary life, accident, and long-term disability benefits options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Employee referral program
• ERG Employee Sharing Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed