What are the responsibilities and job description for the Straight Truck Driver position at Eastern Metal Supply of NC Inc?
EMS has an immediate opening for a customer service oriented Straight Truck Driver to deliver aluminum extrusions on a 26’ Non-CDL Straight Truck to area customers. A commercial driver’s license is not required.
This is a full time position delivering in a “local” radius and home each night.
Compensation includes a competitive Hourly Pay Rate, Overtime and Monthly Safety Bonus.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operate a 26’ Straight Truck (Non-CDL)
- Operate vehicle in compliance with all local, state, federal and company rules and in accordance with generally accepted practices of safe driving.
- Safely load and unload cargo as required
- Maintain ELD logbook in accordance with DOT regulations
- Complete vehicle inspection reports
- Review shipping papers for nature of load and special handling requirements as necessary
- Check load on trailer to determine if it is properly secured and safe
- Wear safety equipment when handling material
- Maintain the truck in a clean, safe and positive work environment.
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
Preferred Qualifications / Requirements:
- Be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Clean MVR with no more than one major violation within the past 5 years
- Lift and carry heavy material up to 75 lbs.; climb on and off a flat bed
- Be able to read, write and communicate in English effectively.
- Perform basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Read a tape measure.
- Be able to stand for extensive periods of time.
- Be able to bend over, reach upwards or outwards, twist, turn around and climb up and down.
EMS Offers:
- Competitive pay
- PPO Life, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
- Paid Time Off!
- Company matched 401K Plan
- Company Paid Long Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance
EMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We provide a safe working environment by offering gloves, face mask and hand sanitizer.