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At Vortex, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then apply today!The CDL A Reefer Hazmat Truck Driver transports various materials, both hazardous and non-hazardous material to, from, and within customer facilities and storage utilizing a variety of heavy vehicles and trailers.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- The main responsibility of a refrigerated truck driver is to safely transport freight that must be kept under refrigerated conditions.
- Practices safe driving and in accordance with all state, local and federal laws and regulations at all times.
- Monitoring freight throughout the trip
- Loads and unloads trailer, either individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical handling equipment.
- Completes pre & post trip inspections, utilizes ELD, and keeps truck in clean and orderly condition.
- Communicates any vehicle or equipment damage to maintenance before loading via use of an electronic log.
- Completes all documentation and data entry associated with inspection reports, work orders, shipping documents and other project notes in an accurate manner.
- Communicates any and all accidents and/or incidents immediately.
- Troubleshoots and eliminates problems via individual initiative or via teamwork in tandem with dispatch and/or maintenance.
- Maintains professionalism in interactions with customers and members of the public.
Qualifications:
- Valid commercial driver’s license CDL class A with Hazmat endorsement is required and in good standing consistent with company standards and be able to pass a DOT physical.
- 2+ years proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
- Must have ability to be proactive and troubleshoot.
- Ability to complete applicable reports, records, and related administrative tasks.
- Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
- Able to operate electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
- Proficient using ELD, GPS and completing electronic logs
Physical Demands:
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for 8+ hours a day, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, and twisting.
- Ability to lift and move at least 50 lbs.
- Able to work in various weather conditions.
- Able to wear required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working as required by the job.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday but can include shift work, weekends, evenings, holidays - flexibility is required as job duties demand. Travel may be required based on operational needs. Hotels are single occupancy and paid for by the company.Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more! We also offer $60.00 per day per diem for out of town work.Vortex Companies, LLC and all subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, orientation, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.We are a fair chance employer.
