Shuttle Driver

Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corporation•Acworth, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Colonial Cartage Driver Job Description Class A truck driver will be responsible for transporting cargo from our warehouse to various customers in a safe and timely manner. The position requires the candidate to safely operate a 75-foot commercial vehicle to deliver products to our customers’ customers within Georgia. The driver needs to be physically fit to make deliveries in any challenging location. The driver needs to work closely with multiple levels of the supply chain. They will be responsible for safe delivery and pick up of product including overnight travel.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license
Minimum two years of Class A driving experience to perform the job safely
Excellent navigation, time management, organizational, written and mathematical skills
Able to be away from home for extended periods, available for around the clock trips and remain alert
Able to work and drive for extended period of time up to 70 hours per week (14 hours within a 24-hour period)
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers
Ability to pass drug screens, background checks and a FMCSA physical examination
Physical stamina and good upper body strength to lift up to 75lbs, able to load and unload freight by pushing/pulling pallet-jack with up to 500lbs cargo.
Able to climb in & out of commercial vehicles

Responsibilities

Transport cargo by means of long-distance driving up to 11 hours within a 24-hour period.
May sit for long periods of time up to 14 hours per day
Arrive at destinations at scheduled times
Load and unload freight and record cargo delivery discrepancies if any
Research and plan for traffic, construction and weather delays
Follow all local, state and federal traffic laws, rules and accident procedures
Use navigation applications to determine the best route for each destination
Interact with co-workers, customers, vendors and the general public professionally at all times
Ensure the vehicles are fueled, cleaned and ready for use
Inspect vehicles and arrange for vehicle repairs as needed
Keep activity log, log hours, mileage records and repair records up-to-date