Local Freight Transport Driver (Hiring Immediately)

# **Starting Pay: $30.00**
** _PRIMARY FUNCTION_**
Works under the supervision of Driver Supervisor. Delivers containers to sites
in a safe and timely manner.
**_ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES_**
* Retrieves cargo from various cargo services.
* Ensures air containers, pallets, loads and equipment are transported safely and securely.
* Completes and submits on a timely basis all vehicle reports, receiving documents, trip sheets and other related paperwork.
* Receives and accounts for all cargo and submits receipts.
* Maintains cleanliness of vehicle.
* Accountable for collection of COD accounts.
* Reports all accidents to Driver Supervisor immediately.
* Logs break, lunch times and follows route on trip sheet.
* Able to demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.
* Able to work overtime as required.
* Other duties as assigned by Driver Supervisor.
**_KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES_**
* Ability to drive Type 3 and CDL A & B vehicles as deemed necessary.
* Ability to work in cool temperatures.
* Ability to work well with others.
* Displays good attitude and judgment.
* Ability to do basic mathematical functions, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.
* Ability to operate forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks and wagons.
**_PHYSICAL DEMANDS_**
* Require frequent lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
**_MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS_**
* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
* Produce industry experience preferred.
* CDL A license required.
* Forklift proficiency and certification required.
* Maintains licensure and PUC certificates.