What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time CDL operator position at TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC.?
Position Description : Purpose
To wow our customers through precision operation and testing of our customers vehicles and providing those customers with highly reliable, accurate test data. We are currently looking for part time drivers with CDL experience, valid CDL license is not required. We will be conducting testing that will involve driving a 13-speed tractor trailer over rough terrain 8-10 hours a day. We anticipate the project lasting approximately 36 weeks.
Essential Functions
Operate 13 speed tractor trailer with or without trailer attached
Read vehicle test plans and follow written and / or verbal test procedures
Follow safe work practices and safely operate a motor vehicle
Write notes and official documentation related to the test
Develop thorough knowledge of facility operating guidelines
Communicate to control tower operations through a hand-held radio
Assist Customers in person onsite visits
Monitor and report procedure violations
Enforce customer confidentiality
Encourage and enforce safe practices and procedures
- TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.
- Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions)
Support TRC Inc.s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts
Operate passenger vehicles, busses, trucks over rough roads
Operate straight trucks or motor homes
Record achievement of required test miles or cycles per shift
Drive speeds up to 125mph
Train other drivers in database entry and in test and accessory procedures (mode specific)
Communicate to drivers through a hand held radio
Qualifications
Valid state DMV issued or valid foreign country issued drivers license
Must be minimum 18 years old
High School diploma or GED is required
Minimum of two years valid driving experience
Less than six points and / or three moving violations on driving record within last three years
Legible handwriting
Able to follow written and verbal directions given by the supervisor or customer
General knowledge of electrical, electronics, and / or mechanical components or equipment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Minimum 600 hours of test driving experience preferred
Proficient accuracy on customer programs
Demonstrated safety record including incident rate
Demonstrated good attendance record
Training and / or teaching experience preferred
Working conditions
May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degrees and above 95 degrees
May be exposed to inclement weather
May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas and oil
Majority of time spent inside of a motor vehicle
Physical requirements
Ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to drive for long periods of time on bumps and rough roads resulting in persistent vibration, jarring, and uneven impact to the back, neck, shoulders, arms, and hands for an extended period of time
Capable of positioning ones self into bending, stretching, climbing, or awkward positions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time
Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers
Ability to enter work times into a computer
Able to speak and hear through a hand-held radio