Interstate Transport Driver

Empire Cat•Reno, NV

About The Position

Operate complex transportation equipment to pick up and deliver components and parts across state lines. Pick up loaded trailers at Caterpillar distribution centers and deliver them to Empire facilities, as well as transport Empire stock to distribution centers. Overnight stays are required on a rotating schedule. This is a safety-sensitive position involving safe operation of trucks and trailers, compliance with transportation laws and company policies, and accurate handling of loads and transport documentation. The role requires a current, valid Class A CDL and a clean driving and safety record for the past 12 months. It is an entry-level driver position with no experience required. A high school diploma or GED and the ability to communicate in English are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Current, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Entry-level driver; no experience required.
Clean driving and safety record for the past 12 months.
Ability to communicate in English by speaking, reading, comprehending, and writing.
Interpersonal skills to assist people efficiently and professionally.
Ability to safely operate a truck and trailer.
Ability to read and correctly use permits, diagrams, and sketches describing off-highway locations, routes, and job sites.
Ability to prepare well-documented service, job, and trip reports.
Acceptable attendance to meet company standards and requirements.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly sitting and handling or feeling with the hands; frequently standing, walking, reaching, bending, climbing, balancing, stooping, and kneeling; and regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
Close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Responsibilities

Operate transport trucks with or without trailers.
Ensure loads are properly prepared, loaded, and secured before departing each stop; personally inspect each load.
Inspect the truck before and after each pickup or delivery stop and promptly report problems to the supervisor.
Prepare the transport vehicle and any trailers before trips and stow them away after trips.
Check materials picked up or delivered at each stop against the manifest.
Prepare manifests for materials picked up during each trip.
Comply with Interstate Commerce Commission, Department of Transportation, state, and local traffic and highway laws, rules, and regulations.
Safely operate equipment within legal weight and load-size limits.
Maintain departure and arrival schedules for regular and special runs.
Prepare, maintain, and submit required transport reports, logs, and forms, including trip logs, driver reports, manifests, timecards or sheets, and expense reports.
Provide courteous service and cooperation to clients and other Empire personnel, and maintain a professional image of Empire in public contacts.
Work safely and adhere to applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
May assist with loading or unloading other Empire trucks.
Maintain a driver's license with a Class A CDL.
Work within and promote corporate values.