Logistics Driver

Carter Machinery Careers•Suffolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Logistics Driver in Suffolk, Virginia. The Logistics Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of industrial/commercial parts and construction equipment to customer locations and Carter Machinery branches over established routes.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of CDL driving experience, including heavy-haul and tractor/lowboy driving.
Valid CDL A licensure required.
Thorough knowledge of DOT and Company safety standards and regulations.
Excellent driving record.
Capable of operating a 5 or 6 axle configuration truck.
Mechanical aptitude with ability to perform basic truck maintenance tasks.
Ability to understand and explain problems and concerns related to deliveries.
Ability to perform in situations requiring speed and tight deadlines.
Knowledge of rental, construction, and generator equipment.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to work additional hours as required by job and customer demand.
Effective communication skills.
Frequently sitting for extended periods of time.
Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move and/or lift up to 75 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.

Responsibilities

Safe, efficient transportation of industrial/commercial parts and construction equipment to customer locations and Carter Machinery branches over established routes.
Conduct inspections of truck to ensure it is in good working order.
Secure cargo for transport using chains and/or binders to conform with local, state and federal regulations.
Perform basic truck maintenance tasks.
Interact professionally with customers and all levels of personnel within organization.
Understand and explain problems and concerns related to deliveries.
Perform in situations requiring speed and tight deadlines.
Operate, demonstrate and instruct proper equipment operation.
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.