Heavy Equipment Delivery Driver

United Ag & Turf•Sulphur Springs, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

United Ag & Turf is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico. United Ag & Turf serves customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as, consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer experience throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, service, and transportation. The truck driver’s position is expected to work as a valued member of the shipping department and receiving operations. This job will primarily consist of regional vehicle operations involving moving and positioning trucks/trailers/equipment between United Ag & Turf facilities to/from purchasing customers as well as vendor locations. On occasion, deliveries will be required outside of local regions.

Requirements

1+ years experience as semi-trailer truck operator
Valid CDL License and clean background
Ability to lift items weighing upwards to 75 lbs. repeatedly
High School diploma or equivalent experience
Openings for experienced delivery drivers to deliver agriculture, commercial, and construction equipment.
Expert knowledge of binding, strapping, chaining of machinery and equipment
Familiar with the use of a computer
Ability to operate forklift
Ability to pull at least 32' trailer
Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
Must have previous equipment operating/transporting experience
Must have a positive, friendly attitude towards customers.
Experience working cooperatively in a team environment
Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Must be capable of using computers, email, iPads, iPhones and electronic log programs

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate United Ag & Turf owned trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations.
Operate trucks for delivery, pickup, and relocation of commercial, farm, lawn equipment and other parts or materials if directed.
Operate, load, and unload commercial, agricultural and lawn equipment.
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned trucks/equipment and refer defects or repairs to supervisor.
Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations.
Maintain all required certifications required by DOT, OSHA, and United Ag & Turf safety programs. This includes but is not limited to valid DOT physical exam cards and CDL licenses.
Maintain and protect all United Ag & Turf property in excellent condition.