What are the responsibilities and job description for the Box Driver position at Hillandale Gettysburg LP?
Box Driver
Box Truck Driver Eggs/Cartons - Reports to Shipping Managers
Hillandale Farms is a fast paced, high-energy company that delivers fresh shell eggs to the Mid-Atlantic States 7 days a week. As a Box Truck Driver, you will be responsible for moving either eggs or cartons between production facilities. This position does not require a CDL. However, a DOT physical and a good driving record is required.
Job Functions:
- Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 15,000 lbs.
- Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle.
- Safely and efficiently, handle and unload goods at selected destinations.
- Ensure contents are properly secured inside the truck to prevent breakage or damage.
- Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries.
- Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries.
- Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip.
- Fuel both truck and refer every day and as needed..
- Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
- Adhere to company rules and regulations.
- Make safety a priority at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- DOT Physical
- At least 18 years of age.
- No more than three moving violations in last three years.
- No criminal background or DUI’s.
- Be able to communicate and converse with a variety of warehouse personnel.
- Must pass a background and drug test.
- Highly motivated self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit who performs at the highest level of professionalism and integrity.
- Alert focused and detail oriented.
- Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time.
- Self-starter who works well independently.
- Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
- High level of composure and good stress management.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Must possess valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, crouch, push, pull, lift and climb.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
- The ability to move safely over uneven terrain and confined spaces.
The above requirements serve as a starting point for Hillandale Box Truck Drivers and are subject to change or revise at any time. This is an hourly position. Position reports to the Shipping Manager.