What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Driver (Tempe, AZ) position at Simplot?
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
The purpose of this position is to operate commercial grade vehicles (tractors / trailer / tankers / forklifts) to transport and deliver fertilizer, chemicals, and other Turf and Horticulture materials to internal and external customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintains and operates company assigned vehicles according to State and Federal DOT / DMV standards regarding safe transportation of non-hazardous and hazardous materials including proper HAZMAT placarding when required.
- Responsible for general maintenance on company assigned tractors, trailers, and forklifts which may include but is not limited to replenishing fuel, checking and replenishing fluid levels, tire wear and air pressure monitoring, monitor vehicles general operational systems, assisting location manager with scheduling state inspection requirements, maintaining and scheduling routine service and maintenance, keeping inside and outside of vehicle clean and presentable.
- Maintains accurate pre and post trip driver's logs and inspection sheets according to State and Federal DOT requirements.
- Operates warehouse forklift, prepares product for delivery, securely loads product on the truck for delivery to customer locations following company required safety procedures at all times. May be asked to preform will call pickups at vendor locations as needed.
- Responsible for offloading products at customer locations, assisting customers with rotating products as needed. Exceptional customer service and professionalism always expected.
- Expected to perform varied responsibilities when not delivering products including but not limited to general equipment and warehouse maintenance, general housekeeping / cleaning, loading and offloading inbound and outbound LTL / FTL shipments, storing / stocking of products, participate in routine inventory counts, product rotation and storage, participating in and completing company assigned training.
- Other miscellaneous duties may include, providing back-up to location manager / warehouse employees, assisting with and participating in special projects and training classes, may be asked to assist with deliveries at other T&H locations when required.
Disclaimer - These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Typical Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Relevant Experience
Required Certifications
Other Information
Combination of education, training and / or experience will be considered for this position.
Job Requisition ID : 21495
Travel Required : None
Pay Grade : Global Grade 1
Location(s) : T&H Retail - Tempe AZ
Country : United States
