Truck Driver

Biagi Bros Transportation•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Truck Driver safely and efficiently transports and delivers freight by operating tractor-trailer combinations. The role includes connecting and disconnecting trailers, loading and unloading freight, fueling vehicles, inspecting equipment, completing shipping paperwork and maintaining records required by company policy and applicable regulations. Drivers must follow Federal, State and local commercial-vehicle regulations, report accidents, hazards, delays and cargo irregularities, and represent Biagi Bros. professionally. The position may involve around-the-clock trips, extended time away from home, irregular schedules and driving for long periods in varying traffic and weather conditions. The work is physically demanding and includes prolonged driving, standing and walking; handling freight; climbing in and out of vehicles and ladders; installing tire chains; and operating truck and trailer equipment. Drivers may spend 30%–90% of on-duty time in the truck and 10%–30% of their time outdoors. The stated compensation is $22–$24 per hour. Benefits include employer-paid medical coverage, a 401(k) with company match, vision and dental coverage, and other benefits.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License.
Previous tractor-trailer driving experience with 48- to 57-foot dry vans or 42-foot tanks to be accepted for a training position.
Ability to read and write English and perform simple mathematical calculations; handle receipts; read maps and road signs; and operate electronic logging or automatic onboard recording devices.
Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
Knowledge of DOT and State regulations covering safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
Availability for around-the-clock trips and ability to be away from home for extended periods when dispatched for line driving.
Ability to meet and maintain U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
Must satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if hired, be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
Ability to remain seated and alert while driving for extended periods, shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
Ability to handle freight and perform occasional squatting, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing and balancing.
Ability to enter and exit the vehicle cab 8–10 times per day or more; cab floors are generally 36–66 inches above ground level.
Ability to push or pull up to 2,000 pounds on a dolly or cart and freight weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without mechanical assistance.
Ability to frequently carry freight weighing 1–50 pounds over distances typically up to 50 feet and reach for freight at different heights.
Ability to load and unload full trailers carrying up to 50,000 pounds of freight, including handling cases, barrels, drums, cartons or other merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds each.
Ability to install and remove tire chains, climb ladders safely, operate an electronic logging device, and perform vehicle and trailer connection tasks.
Ability to spend at least 40% of the day standing and 20% walking, including on slippery or wet surfaces.
Ability to operate a pallet jack and perform tasks such as opening and closing cargo doors, operating fifth-wheel and pintle-hook mechanisms, attaching and releasing safety chains, and fueling vehicles.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently transport and deliver freight using tractor-trailer combinations.
Hook and unhook trailers and converter dollies, including positioning dollies and raising or lowering landing gear.
Load and unload trailers, independently or with dock-worker assistance, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment.
Fuel vehicles and perform vehicle checks, including checking engine oil and coolant levels.
Inspect the tractor, trailer and equipment for defects and safe operating condition before and after trips and during stops, and submit condition information through the onboard recording device.
Review shipping papers and verify how cargo is loaded and whether additional blocking or load locks are needed.
Install and remove tire chains as required by weather conditions.
Drive in accordance with Federal and State regulations and apply commercial driving skills in traffic, inclement weather and tight loading areas.
Ensure required shipping documentation accompanies shipments, obtain signed bills of lading as proof of delivery, and submit paperwork to dispatch daily or upon returning to the terminal.
Maintain driver logs, fuel-purchase and mileage records, and other records required by law or company management.
Follow company policies and procedures and applicable Federal, State and local regulations for commercial vehicle operation.
Report accidents, highway safety hazards, breakdowns, weather or traffic delays, emergencies, loading or unloading delays exceeding one hour, and pickup or delivery irregularities.
Meet punctuality and regular-attendance expectations and perform other duties assigned by management.
Wash and sanitize trucks and perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.