Truck Driver

Southway Crane & Rigging • Birmingham, AL

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Driver loads and unloads cargo, records delivery details, takes orders for new deliveries, and drives long distances. The role requires maintaining the truck and associated equipment in clean, good working order, inspecting the trailer before and after trips, and documenting defects and driving activities. The driver monitors road and traffic conditions, follows traffic and accident procedures, and reports road incidents or serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel. The position is based in Birmingham, Alabama, and requires a current state-issued Class A CDL, at least three years of commercial driving experience, and successful completion of a background check, drug test, and onsite skills verification test.

Requirements

• Current state-issued Class A CDL driver's license.
• At least 3 years of commercial driving experience.
• Pass a background check and drug test.
• Complete an onsite skills verification test before hire.
• Ability to interpret and read manuals and write reports in English.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide proper hand signals to crane and truck operators.
• Ability to verbally communicate safety issues to customers and other workers before and during job tasks.
• Ability to work at heights and correctly use all required fall-protection PPE.
• Ability to perform physical movements and actions associated with heavy work.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Sufficient eyesight to operate a motor vehicle, inspect equipment, and complete paperwork.
• Sufficient hearing for telephone contact and interpersonal communication with customers and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical skills.
• Analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cargo.
• Record the amount and type of cargo being delivered.
• Take orders for new deliveries and drive long distances.
• Refuel the truck, clean it, and wash the windows.
• Report incidents encountered on the road to a dispatcher.
• Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion.
• Follow applicable traffic laws.
• Inspect the trailer before and after trips and record any defects.
• Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs.
• Keep a log of activities.
• Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Keep the truck and associated equipment clean and in good working order.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed