Truck Driver / Utility Operator

Integrated Power Services•Liberty Township, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Parts Cleaner/Truck Driver to join our team. This person will be responsible for sandblasting, stripping and cleaning circuit breakers and the transportation of equipment and materials to customers as needed. The role involves cleaning internal and external parts of circuit breakers and other equipment, operating machinery for cleaning and stripping, and assisting with painting. The position also requires transporting and delivering goods, verifying cargo, and ensuring loads are secure and within weight limits. The driver must operate the truck safely, comply with DOT regulations, and maintain the vehicle to project a positive company image. Good customer relations are essential, and travel to customer sites for field service projects may be required.

Requirements

Proven work experience as a truck driver
Maintain a good driving record with no recent moving or driving violations
Ability to drive long hours and remain seated for up to 10 hours a day
Ability to pass DOT Medical Exam
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
Valid Class D Driver’s License required

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Travel requirement – 20%

Responsibilities

Clean internal and external parts of circuit breakers and other equipment to ensure proper preparation for reconditioning and repair processes
Operate tumbler and sandblaster to clean and strip breaker parts and specialty hardware
Brush parts and operate degreasing tanks to remove grease
Continuously adhere to all safety procedures and wear the necessary Personal Protective Equipment when applicable
Assist with painting breaker parts prior to assembly as needed
Participate in daily operations discussions on customer products
Transport and deliver goods in accordance with a schedule, including emergency, rush deliveries or pick-ups that require overtime
Verify count and condition of transported items, reporting any damage as applicable
Assist in loading and unloading freight as required
Ensure that loads are properly secured prior to departure and that loads are within the designated weight limit range
Continuously operate truck in a safe manner and report any vehicle problems or defects to supervisor immediately
Comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) standards and regulations
Maintain vehicles in a manner that projects a positive company image to customers and the general public
Ensure good customer relations by consistently delivering orders on time and by acting in a courteous, professional manner
Travel to customer sites to assist with field service projects as needed