Long Distance Truck Driver
About The Position
The primary purpose of this position is to load, transport, and unload all materials manufactured, sold, or transported by Correction Enterprise. This position also picks up, delivers, and unloads, raw materials used in Enterprise operations. This also includes participation in actual loading process, when necessary, to help distribute weight properly and facilitate deliveries or route scheduling. Position requires public contact, which includes answering questions, being knowledgeable about Enterprise products and services, and providing prompt, courteous service at shipping destinations. The selected candidate needs an excellent knowledge of North Carolina geography and highway system. Finally, the candidate is responsible for the safe operation and routine maintenance and cleaning of truck tractors and trailers. About Correction Enterprise The Correction Enterprises division is committed to providing technical and behavioral job training to offenders, aiming to enhance their skills and increase their chances of successful reintegration into society upon release. They achieve this goal by operating a self-sufficient business that mirrors a real-life work environment, which exposes offenders to practical work experience, and helps them develop positive work ethics and attitudes. This is done at no cost to North Carolina taxpayers, making it a sustainable and valuable program for offenders and the community alike.
Requirements
- Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.
- High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent knowledge of North Carolina geography and highway system.
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating equipment associated with loading/unloading trucks including but not limited to: forklifts, electric lifts, pallet jacks, load locks, etc.
- Identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.
- Able to drive a 10-speed manual transmission
Responsibilities
- Load, transport, and unload all materials manufactured, sold, or transported by Correction Enterprise.
- Pick up, deliver, and unload raw materials used in Enterprise operations.
- Participate in the actual loading process, when necessary, to help distribute weight properly and facilitate deliveries or route scheduling.
- Provide prompt, courteous service at shipping destinations.
- Safe operation and routine maintenance and cleaning of truck tractors and trailers.
Benefits
- The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
