Description
The CDL Driver will be responsible for delivering inventory to Shepard branch warehouses and other sites and cities.
Essential Job Duties
- Drive tractor-trailers and/or straight trucks
- Transport inventory to and from Shepard warehouses and to and from event facilities and other locations, both locally and out of town
- Load and unload cargo
- In addition to driving duties, perform show floor duties on-site at events
- Maintain a record of driving activities in ELD logging via the KeepTruckin app in compliance with government regulations
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle inspections
- Regularly update IFTA mileage reports and fuel receipts for designated vehicles driven
- Perform safety inspections and ensure vehicles are safe for operation; notify manager of necessary repairs; ensure trailers are safe to pull
- Comply with regulations with weigh station checks
- Operate vehicle safely and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and Shepard policies
- Maintain regular contact with the supervisor
Requirements
- At least 2 years of commercial driving experience
- At least 21 years of age to drive in the state; interstate over-the-road drivers must be at least 25 years of age for insurance purposes
- If operating 26,001 gross vehicle weight, must have a valid commercial driver’s license and DOT medical certificate
- All other vehicles must have a valid driver’s license
- Willingness to travel to out-of-town shows to work at show sites
- Possess verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and comprehend rules and procedures and to write reports and logs traveling while performing driving duties
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrate Core Values of Caring, Commitment, Integrity, Spirit, Responsiveness, Inclusivity, and Teamwork
- Ability to perform as a responsible ESOP owner by making daily decisions to benefit the client and the company
- Treat all internal and external customers with courtesy and respect, as outlined in our Blue Diamond Customer Service Program
Please note that the roles and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the company.Shepard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other non-merit factor. All employment decisions are made based on business need, job requirements and individual qualifications, and merit.
