Mt. Vernon IA, Truck Driver

P & K MIDWEST INC•Mount Vernon, IA

About The Position

Responsible for the accurate and timely pickup/delivery of equipment in a safe, secure and reliable manner. Responsible for driving delivery vehicles which requires loading and unloading of equipment. Essential Duties: Delivers and picks up equipment and supplies from customer locations or from other stores. Loads and unloads cargo at each location ensuring equipment being transported is properly secured. Operates and handles all job-required equipment in a manner that promotes a safe working environment. Maintains records of pickup and deliveries and obtains necessary signatures and receipts. Accounts for all time and for all distance traveled in performing assigned duties. Responsible for performing a pre-trip inspection, scheduling required maintenance, and identifying needed repairs for assigned vehicle. Report any problems noted while operating the vehicle. Maintains all required certifications in line with DOT, OSHA and company policy. Obey traffic laws and procedures when driving. Safety Sensitive Position Mt. Vernon IA, Truck Driver Pay & Benefits: Competitive Pay Comprehensive Benefits Package (including health, dental, vision, & life) Company Matched 401(k) Retirement PTO & Holiday Pay (starts on day one)

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL.
Must have and maintain a driving record well enough for insurance purposes.
1-2 years of driving experience is preferred.
Good communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to work well with other people.
Ability to work varying shifts and weekends
Appropriate dress and hygiene are important in promoting a positive company image to our customers.
Prompt, regular attendance
Must be able to lift and/or transfer a maximum of 100 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of various items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to twist, turn, reach, push, pull, lift and bend.
Must have good eye, hand and foot coordination for operating equipment.
Ability to sit in vehicles for long periods of time.
Must have good eyesight (20/20 or corrected to such).

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of driving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Delivers and picks up equipment and supplies from customer locations or from other stores.
Loads and unloads cargo at each location ensuring equipment being transported is properly secured.
Operates and handles all job-required equipment in a manner that promotes a safe working environment.
Maintains records of pickup and deliveries and obtains necessary signatures and receipts.
Accounts for all time and for all distance traveled in performing assigned duties.
Responsible for performing a pre-trip inspection, scheduling required maintenance, and identifying needed repairs for assigned vehicle.
Report any problems noted while operating the vehicle.
Maintains all required certifications in line with DOT, OSHA and company policy.
Obey traffic laws and procedures when driving.