Truck Driver with a CDL (8) Maryville, TN

EMCOR Group • Maryville, TN

106d

About The Position

Cherokee Millwright, Inc. is seeking a dependable and motivated CDL Class driver who can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries of heavy/industrial equipment. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.

Requirements

• Must have a valid CDL Class A Driver License.
• Must currently have or be able to obtain a CDL medical card.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of one year hauling, loading, and unloading heavy/industrial equipment (large fork trucks, man-lifts, welders, industrial machinery, etc.).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Clean MVR.
• Ability to operate the following equipment: Electric lift, hand truck, pallet jack, forklift, overhead crane, and other aerial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle.
• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) capacity of more than 26,000 lbs.
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to tractor unit.
• Transport a wide variety of items from place of origin to assigned destination.
• Pick-up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner.
• Safely strap and secure loads for safe transport.
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations.
• Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients.
• Assist in mapping delivery routes.
• Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries.
• Communicate with dispatch as needed.
• Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document.
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip.
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure.
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.).
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times.
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
• Track and report working hours.
• Adhere to company rules and regulations.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions.
• Comply with DOT regulations.
• Make safety a priority at all times.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: High school or GED