Truck Driver

Ayres Delta Implement Inc•Greenwood, MS

46d•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Driver is responsible for receiving, transporting, and delivering products to Delta Group locations and customers. This role ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently, and professionally. The Truck Driver will also assist with the assembly of farm equipment to meet departmental productivity goals and serve customers. This position requires self-motivation as much of the work is performed without direct management oversight. The Truck Driver collaborates with various departments and team members to achieve company objectives.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Must have a valid commercial driver’s license for the weight of vehicle to be operated.
Must pass a background check and drug testing as required by federal and/or state departments of transportation regulations.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Able to balance and coordinate multiple responsibilities.
Self-motivated with the ability to be agile and flexible.
Works well in collaboration with others.
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work efficiently.
Ability to work independently.
Must have excellent time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous mechanical experience preferred.
Energetic and passionate about making a positive difference for people and communities.
Able to work across differences and understand the importance of diverse voices.

Responsibilities

Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
Transports loads safely and in a timely manner, obeying all traffic laws and safety regulations.
Maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas, following loading crew signals.
Assists with or performs loading and unloading of goods and materials, using specialized equipment when necessary.
Correctly loads, binds, and secures equipment to the trailer for transport.
Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork, delivering documentation upon completion of the route.
Performs routine service on trucks, including checking oil, water, gasoline, and air, and reports maintenance issues.
Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimal loading patterns.
Assembles farm equipment, including seeding, harvesting, sprayer, and tillage equipment, when not engaged in transport duties.
Utilizes hand and power tools, measuring devices, and basic math for assembly functions.
Operates forklift and heavy equipment as needed for assembly functions.
Develops and maintains open communication with employees, customers, vendors, partners, and suppliers.
Encourages and promotes collaborative working relationships between parts, sales, and service departments.
Works as part of a team, offering and seeking assistance when needed.
Handles customer questions, concerns, and complaints expeditiously.
Treats all customers with respect and involves the Service Manager/Shop Foreman for resolution of issues.