Estes Express Lines - Cedar City, UT
posted about 1 month ago
Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be skilled and qualified to drive in all types of terrain, routes and environmental conditions. Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver's License. Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Will not be allowed to handle hazmat loads in any quantity. Insure security of equipment and cargo. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer prior to each trip and at the end of each trip. Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers and conducts inspection of vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring. Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision. Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor. May be required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs and other items. May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs. Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public. Will assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight, Customer site loading/unloading freight. Regular attendance is required. This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.