TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVER
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Trucking Lead and Logistics Manager, the Tractor Trailer Driver transports foreign and domestic containers using a tractor-trailer. The role also operates a boom truck to load and offload cargo and drives delivery vans, box trucks, low boys, and other equipment to transport goods between the Port Authority of Guam, customer locations, and the warehouse, as assigned by the Dispatcher or Manager. The position performs vehicle inspections and basic maintenance, follows road and equipment safety procedures, handles shipping and delivery documentation, clears shipping documents through Customs & Quarantine and the Port Authority of Guam, and helps load and unload containers. The driver also secures loads, uses weigh stations, and maintains vehicles, machinery, and the warehouse in clean and serviceable condition while providing service consistent with company policy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Understand DOT rules and regulations governing maintenance of assigned equipment.
- Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, shipping documents, and procedure manuals.
- Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagram-form instructions.
- Determine effective and efficient delivery routes and resolve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Possess a valid Guam driver's license compliant with the REAL ID Act, a chauffeur's license, and a Commercial Driver's License with endorsements A, B, and C.
- Possess a Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with US DOT regulation 49 CFR Part 391.41–49.
- Be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and/or Defense Biometric DBIDS Credential within the stated 30 days of employment.
- Understand and follow Guam Motor Vehicle Laws and Title 16 of the Guam Code Annotated.
- Know DOT rules and regulations related to safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Be able to drive for long periods.
- Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; have functional reading, writing, and math skills.
- Maintain working relations with staff and the public, maintain strict confidentiality of work material, and work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Perform physical activities requiring considerable use of arms, legs, and full-body movement, including frequent climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailers, low boys, boom trucks, cargo vans, and box trucks to transport containers and cargo.
- Observe road safety practices and rules.
- Check gauges and visual indicators, and inspect vehicles daily before trips and after completing duty.
- Report equipment problems to the Logistics Manager, Trucking Lead, and Mechanic Supervisor.
- Make minor repairs or adjustments, including fixing punctures, checking fluid levels, and fueling; promptly report exceptions, complaints, and claims to the Logistics Manager, Trucking Lead, or Dispatcher.
- Prepare and complete Invoice Container Receipt Tickets (ICRT) for delivered containers and verify loads against shipping papers.
- Pick up Container Delivery Receipts (CDR) and Container Receive Receipts (CRR) from the Port Authority of Guam and submit them to the Customer Service Representative.
- Clear shipping documents through Customs & Quarantine and the Port Authority of Guam.
- Assist with the cleanliness, security, and maintenance of the warehouse, machinery, and equipment; keep the vehicle clean and in operating condition.
- Assist with loading and unloading inbound and outbound containers.
- Ensure quality service is consistent with company policy.
- Fasten chains, binders, or straps to secure trailer loads.
- Drive to weigh stations before and after loading and along the route to document weight and comply with Guam DOT/DPW regulations.
- Perform other related duties as instructed by the Manager Business Development and Special Projects and/or Dispatcher.
Benefits
- Health Insurance Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Gas Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
