Box Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1967, Tucker Door & Trim has been a well-respected wholesale distributor and manufacturer of doors, windows, and specialty millwork for the construction industry.

Tucker Door & Trim boasts an ever-growing fleet of tractor-trailers and box trucks making regular deliveries to wholesale customers throughout the Southeastern United States, including Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina.

We have immediate opening for a Box Truck Driver at our Monroe, GA facility.

Job Overview

Accomplishes Operational Excellence by providing exceptional customer service for external and internal customers.

Requirements

• At least 18 months of proven experience in operating appropriate commercial vehicle

• Excellent driving record (No recent moving of driving violations)

• Extensive knowledge of D.O.T. rules and regulations

• Able to pass D.O.T. physical

• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, Etc.)

• The ability to drive long hours and travel regularly

• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, ELD, Etc.)

• Mathematical aptitude

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Good written and verbal communications skills

• Highly organized, detail oriented, and self-motivated

• Able to lift up to 50# and push and pull heavy objects

• Proficiency in operating electronic equipment (Ex: RF scanners)

• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow of D.O.T. rules and regulations

• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventive maintenance

• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures

• Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers

• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules

• Report accidents and violations

• Loading and unloading material on trailer / box truck

• Maintains vehicle cleanliness

• Communicating issues with management

• Attention to detail and problem-solving

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Able to work with other team members to accomplish tasks and goals

• Adhering to safety management standards

Specific areas of responsibility:

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any defects immediately

• Log into ELD daily and follow hours of service rules and regulations

• Unload and load trailer / box truck at customer sites, Tucker Door facilities and vendors

• Ensure customer pickups are done in a timely fashion

• Report immediately any quantity discrepancies

• Obtain customer signature at time of delivery on electronic device

• Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process

• Ensure material is secured that is loaded into trailers

• Report any damaged product immediately

• Attend safety meetings and complete safety training in a timely fashion

• Immediately report to management any hazards in the workplace

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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