What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Truck Driver - Class A CDL position at Interwest Transportation?
Interwest Transportation has immediate openings for regional drivers. We are not your typical trucking company where you are away from home for weeks at a time stuck in far away and remote parts of the country. Our routes are primarily in the Intermountain West with some runs into the Pacific Northwest and the Kansas City area. We do not go to California! Our loads are out and back so you can count on a lot of home time.
At Interwest Transportation, you are not just a truck number. Dispatch and management know you by name.
Our drivers are our greatest asset and we want to do everything we can to make you a successful member of the team.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Compliance
At Interwest Transportation, you are not just a truck number. Dispatch and management know you by name.
Our drivers are our greatest asset and we want to do everything we can to make you a successful member of the team.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Compliance
- Perform thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections at the beginning of each workday and thorough post-trip vehicle inspections at the end of each workday.
- Document and report any required maintenance or repairs found during the vehicle inspection process.
- Operate a tractor/trailer combination vehicle in a safe manner while complying with all laws and regulations pertaining to the operation thereof.
- Remain alert and attentive to ensure the safe operation of fleet vehicles.
- Drive and work in all kinds of weather conditions and modify driving behaviors according to changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Ensure loads are secure according to FMCSA regulations.
- Follow all Hours-of-Service rules through the use of an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) or, when necessary, a paper log.
- Assist with loading/unloading trailers at customer facilities.
- Maintain a positive attitude and provide friendly and professional customer service.
- Hostle trailers at customer facilities as needed.
- Help keep equipment in good repair by sweeping out, ensuring tires are properly inflated, perform minor repairs, ensure proper paperwork and permits are present, etc.
- Complete and turn in all paperwork in a timely manner.
- Plan routes according to company approved truck routes.
- Follow company policies and procedures.
- Be familiar with and comply with FMCSA rules and regulations.
- Class A CDL.
- 1-2 years verifiable experience operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs).
- Valid DOT medical certification.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail.