Local Truck Driver - UWCT

UNITED WAREHOUSE COMPANY•Wichita, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Professional Driver on our transportation team, our drivers are expected to promptly transport and safely handle our customers products. Therefore, key competencies for this role involve being committed, prompt and experienced with Class A hauling. As a Professional Driver on our fleet, you are expected to safely transport customers products to the designated locations, follow all company and DOT regulations, and be punctual in being to work on time and meeting scheduled pickup and delivery times. Most important, drivers must have a high degree of safety in mind operating heavy equipment and hauling heavy loads. It is expected that all drivers take safety seriously and exercise appropriate precautions when operating on public roadways. Equally important, being out on the road our drivers represent the company everywhere they go. Therefore, our drivers must be courteous, polite to others and exercise independent judgement while operating solo.

Requirements

Class A CDL License required
Minimum requirement of 21 years of age
Heavy equipment experience hooking up and moving trailers and large items
Favorable Motor Vehicle Record with no major moving violations in past five years
Current DOT Physical
Communicate effectively in English both oral and written
Meet physical requirements to stoop, bend, twist, reach, squat and crouch
Use proper techniques to push, pull and lift up to 70lbs
Meet all DOT requirements
Attention to detail
Communication proficiency to include reading and writing in English
Stress tolerance
Dependability
Independence – Primarily works alone and must exercise good judgement to perform duties and take action independently

Nice To Haves

Two year’s experience hauling preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Safely maneuver a 53ft dry van set-up with newer International Tractor equipped with onboard camera monitoring system
Make sound operator decisions adhering to safe driving protocols
Operate in-cab technology such as PeopleNet software
Adhere to Electronic Logging Device (ELD) protocols
Exercise good judgement to safely operate tractor in various changing road conditions caused by weather or traffic fluctuation
Respect and follow Department of Transportation road warnings
Properly fill out all paperwork with accuracy and detail
Uphold compliance with all FMCSA requirements
Promote the company's image through courteous, friendly, and professional conduct
Demonstrate diligence and safety in handling customer products
Be a team player – supportive and helpful toward other teammates, open and receptive to coaching and feedback, and conduct self in a positive manner
Follow all traffic laws in various towns, cities, counties and states
Ensure the tractor and trailer used is smoke-free, maintained, and kept cleaned at all times
Provide exceptional service to customers and handle goods being hauled with care
Conduct self with the highest degree of integrity, morals, and ethics
Get adequate rest to perform job successfully
Take pride in their work