Transportation Operator

Greif • Texarkana, TX

6d • $18 - $31

About The Position

Greif is hiring a Transportation Operator to transport products or materials safely and on time, operating a semi-truck or trailer in compliance with applicable transportation laws and regulations. The role may also include shipping-agent duties, such as collecting shipping orders, preparing freight estimates and shipping documents, and scheduling or negotiating transportation. The operator may assist with loading and unloading, arrange trailers in shipping yards, complete routine truck service checks, and deliver documentation after routes are complete. The position may include assisting and training junior colleagues and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically, 2–4 years of experience.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with customers and colleagues at delivery points.
• Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Specialized driver's license(s), such as a commercial driver's license, may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collect shipping orders and prepare estimates for freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs, when performing shipping-agent duties.
• Prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other relevant documents, when performing shipping-agent duties.
• Schedule and negotiate transportation of products or materials, when performing shipping-agent duties.
• Operate a semi-truck or trailer in accordance with applicable federal and state or provincial transportation laws and regulations.
• Transport loads safely and on time over specified routes while complying with traffic and freight-carrier regulations and laws.
• Assist with loading or unloading products or materials using specialized equipment when warranted.
• Unload empty pallets and return equipment to the designated area.
• Deliver relevant documentation to the shipping office or an appropriate colleague after completing a delivery route.
• Complete routine truck service checks, including checking fluids, fuel, and air, and report maintenance issues or malfunctions.
• Arrange trailers in shipping yards to optimize loading patterns.
• Provide assistance and training to junior colleagues when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.
• The position may be eligible for a short-term incentive.
• Opportunity for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED