Local Driver

Fairbanks, AK

Air Transportation

About the position

This position is responsible for our customer's general freight transport by way of pickups and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely and in compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures
• Inspect truck and trailer(s) for defects through pre-trip, mid-trip and post-trip inspections and submit reports indicating their condition
• Operate box trucks, tractor trailers, flat beds and tankers under a variety of conditions, adhering to posted speed limits and all other local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Maintain driver e-logs and e-maintenance logs according to State and Federal regulations
• Make customer pick-ups and deliveries in a manner that reflects superior customer service
• Spot and park trucks to warehouse, chock wheels, and assist in loading and unloading trailers
• Maintain contact with dispatcher or warehouse manager to receive accurate dispatch instructions and report safety hazards and/or incidents involving the driver or any company equipment
• Ensure that cargo is secured for transport according to the FMCSRs
• Maintain a clean work environment including swept trailer, clean cab, windows, and mirrors
• Determine discrepancies in paperwork and correct before delivery
• Verify proper placarding when hauling HAZMAT
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school education or a GED equivalent
• Class A CDL driver's license with all endorsements, including HAZMAT
• Doubles certification preferred, but not required
• One to three years of verifiable safe driving experience preferred, newly graduated drivers welcomed