What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dump Trailer driver position at AJ Transport?
CDL Class A Dump Trailer Driver: The Class A CDL Driver is responsible for transporting goods from one location to another. Their job duties include loading their vehicles, abiding by traffic laws and ensuring safe unloading and delivery at their destination.
Major Responsibilities:
- Deliver goods to customers in a timely fashion. So long as the scheduling allows for on-time deliveries, drivers are expected to meet their appointment times.
- Load and unload cargo
- Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
- Record cargo deliveries through use of daily worksheets and electronic tablet.
- Refuel and clean vehicle
- Report road incidents to the dispatcher as soon as possible
- Follow traffic laws.
- Inspect trucks and record issues
- Follow accident procedures
- Keep an activity log and log hours as required by Federal Motor Carriers Safety Admin.
- Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel though the use of repair order sheets turned in the office
- Plan routes using GPS system using the shortest practical routes. If a direct route is unsafe due to mountains, narrow highways, or other reasons, please advise your dispatcher and obtain approval for alternate routing
- Maintain a positive attitude with customers. All customers, employees and members of the public are to be treated with respect and courtesy
- Keep commercial driver license up to date
Qualifications:
- Class A CDL or commercial driver license
- 3 years dump trailer experience
- Must pass drug and alcohol test
- Must have clean driving record
- Must provide current MVR
- Must provide a medical certificate
