Truck Driver - Class C

Ganahl Lumber Co • Torrance, CA

71d

About The Position

This position requires the ability to drive a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). May load and unload vehicle as required. Requires commercial drivers’ license.

Requirements

• The ability to read, write, understand, and relay, written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate available equipment, such as calculators, or scanners.
• Basic mathematical skills, as needed to make change and give refunds.
• Knowledgeable about company’s products and services, and customer-related policies.
• Must have a valid 'Class-C' driver’s license for the position.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of on-the-job training.
• Two years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers with respect and courtesy.
• Keeps up to date with the product inventory and its functionality.
• Asks questions and provides relevant information to the customers that they might need and then lists down the orders which the customers might purchase, thereby providing them excellent customer service.
• Inspects vehicle to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, including the completion of pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods including the inspection of loads to ensure that cargo is secure.
• Secures cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
• Reads and interprets maps to determine vehicle routes.
• Maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicle.
• Obtains receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collects payment for services when required.
• Checks all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Collects delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
• Operates equipment, such as truck cab computer, cellular phones, driver cameras, GPS equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisor or other drivers.
• Loads or unloads trucks or helps others with loading or unloading, using loading-related equipment or other equipment as necessary.
• Maintains proficiency in all organizational safe working policies and practices.
• Performs other driver related duties as assigned.
• Adheres to company policies and work requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees