What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Operations Specialist position at Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations?
Job Summary
Medline's private fleet of professional drivers delivers lifesaving medical products directly to commercial and residential customers. Our fleet features newer equipment, with over 50 distribution centers nationally and providing 1-day shipping to 95% of the United States.
The Driver plays a critical role in building positive relationships with customers by ensuring timely, accurate, and safe deliveries.
Responsibilities:
Loading and securing product from the Medline Facility into a truck.
Safely operating a Class A vehicle between the Medline Facility and multiple customer destinations on a delivery route, following Medline's safety regulations.
Unloading and delivering product at customer facilities, ensuring timely deliveries.
Providing in-person support to customers – addressing their questions and needs, and providing documentation upon delivery.
Communicating with the dispatch team regarding necessary adjustments to the delivery route or schedule to meet customer needs and maintain safe operations.
Maintaining a travel and cargo log in accordance with Federal and State regulations and company policy.
Performing an inspection of the vehicle to ensure safe operation and sufficient fuel levels for continued use.
Requirements:
Minimum 2 years tractor trailer driving experience.
Class A CDL; licensed to operate assigned vehicles.
Ability to meet Federal and State requirements for operation of commercial motor vehicles.
Clean driving record with no serious violations.
