What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Transfer Driver position at Tryon Distributing, LLC?
Job purpose
To drive a tractor trailer to move product to outlying dock locations throughout the state, and to empty trailers at selected dock. All work must be completed in a safe and timely manner in accordance with DOT regulations.
Duties and responsibilities
- Perform all pre-trip responsibilities, including inspecting truck and load
- Gather appropriate paperwork for deliveries
- Deliver product to outlying dock locations, obtain signatures and complete all paperwork
- Accept returns from customers or dock, complete required paperwork and return product to warehouse. Place product in return area with appropriate documentation
- Address and resolve customer problems as appropriate. Inform supervisor of outstanding issues
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and report all maintenance problems to supervisor
Qualifications
REQUIRED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age, or older
- Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class A
- Must have a clean driving record
- Ability to lift up to 175lbs
- Ability to use mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) device
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Must be a team player and work well with minimum supervision
- Knowledge of safe work practices
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment in all types of weather
- Ability to drive throughout assigned route in all kinds of weather and road conditions
- Ability to work within tight time constraints in a fast-paced environment
PREFERRED
- Previous CDL truck driving experience
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Experience with a material handling equipment (i.e. hand truck, dolly, pallet jack)
Working conditions
The employee will perform work in these areas:
- Warehouse dock
- In vehicle while in route to customer locations
- Customer locations
The noise level in these areas is normally moderate.
