Job: Truck Driver - Burlington, VT
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Posted: 09/11/2011
Job Type: Drivers
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- Truck Driver - Burlington, VT (DRI003443)
Job Description
Truck Driver - Burlington, VT-DRI003443
Description
The successful candidate will possess the ability to safely operate a tractor-trailer including double/triple trailers in city and linehaul operations. Physically load and unload freight, including hazardous materials, in a fast paced and time sensitive cross dock environment.
Description of Essential Job Functions:
* Unload & load freight off/on trailers; lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs frequently and greater than 75 lbs occasionally); safely operate heavy equipment; move, position and connect/disconnect a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs; safely climb in and out of a tractor cab and trailer; sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor and/or forklift; safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery; operate a tractor/trailer combination up to 11 consecutive hours, in all types of weather, while safely transporting hazardous/non-hazardous materials; and safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat & kneel as necessary to perform the job duties. Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
* Safely operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable).
* Perform vehicle inspections required under section 396.13 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
* Maintain a current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles/Triples endorsements.
* Operate and maintain records in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Department of Transportation (DOT) and company policies as required.
* Provide service excellence to customers including generating sales leads to appropriate personnel.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
Qualifications
* Possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial driver's license.
* Hazardous materials endorsement required; must be obtained in full within 90 days of employment.
* Doubles/Triples endorsement required; must be obtained in full within 90 days of employment.
* Must be 21 years of age or older. Forklift experience preferred.
* Safe driving record and history.
* Pass DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals.
* Pass a company paid DOT physical.
* Pass a company paid Post Offer Pre-Hire screen (physical essential functions) test.
Job
Drivers
Primary Location
United States-Vermont-Williston
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