CLASS A CDL DRIVER (SHUTTLE) W. Columbia, SC

SUMMARY: Imperial Trading Co., LLC is looking for highly motivated and skilled CDL Class A Shuttle Driver (CDL WITH DOUBLES ENDORSEMENT) to join our Team working from a new location in West Columbia, SC! We are proud that our Company has been in business for more than 100 years and continues expand as one of the nation's largest food distributors.
LOCATION: West Columbia, SC
BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision packages
• Employer paid basic life policy with competitive buy-up options
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• New location with new Tractors, trailers, remote roll-up trailer doors

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class A CDL WITH DOUBLES ENDORSEMENT , & current DOT medical card
• At least 1 year (6 months considered) of CDL driving experience
• Must be able to pass road test
• Must have an acceptable driving record based on DOT and Company insurance mandates
• Must be in compliance with DOT's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse provisions

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Responsible for being constantly vigilant to detect unexpected road conditions, distracted drivers, and motorists who don't understand how commercial vehicles operate; and commercial drivers must operate in a safe manner in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations
• Conducts daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle (truck, tractor, etc.) and equipment prior to departure and upon return from route; any defects are to be reported and brought to the attention of management immediately
• Responsible for accurate and efficient product delivery procedures

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Driver, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description.

• Respective duties include, but are not limited to, the performance of safety-affecting activities on a motor vehicle used in transportation on public highways in interstate commerce;
• Responsible for being constantly vigilant to detect unexpected road conditions, distracted drivers, and motorists who don't understand how commercial vehicles operate; and commercial drivers must operate in a safe manner in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations;
• All Drivers, during the regular course of employment, may reasonably be expected to make an interstate journey;
• Responsible for maintaining a valid and current CDL and Medical Card;
• Reports to work on time, as directed by the Transportation Management, and completes all duties assigned in a timely manner;
• Responsible for wearing proper uniforms while on company time or business, etc.; including any PPE such as steel-toe safety shoes;
• Conducts daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle (truck, tractor, etc.) and equipment prior to departure and upon return from route; any defects are to be reported and brought to the attention of management immediately;
• Complies with all Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) rules and regulations including, but not limited to, running a driver log on the PeopleNet ELD (Electronic Logging Device) that is in each truck and/or tractor;
• Utilizes the company's P.O.D. (Proof of Delivery) scanner to accurately deliver all product and/or equipment to any customer or company affiliate; unloads product of various sizes and weights from a straight truck or tractor trailer to customers using a 2-wheel dolly and trailer ramp or any other company issued safety equipment;
• Responsible for accurate accounting of delivery paperwork to include all required documentation, accurate collection of cash and properly securing such cash and checks or other forms of payment approved by Accounts Receivable; this process is executed in accordance with current Departmental and/or Company Policy;
• Drivers are regularly coached on unsafe driving habits using our Drive-Cam camera system; drivers MUST ensure the safe operation of equipment used and make sure that it is maintained and kept clean during use;
• Required to take out overnight routes when necessary at Transportation Management's discretion;
• Enhances and upholds our company's reputation by ensuring courteous customer service;
• Performs above listed duties in a cooperative, capable manner, processing the information effectively and communicating the information as needed effectively to the immediate supervisor;
• Performs any other duties assigned by Transportation Management

All personnel within this job description shall be subject to cross-training into jobs within the organization based on Company needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb ladders or ramps. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and use hands to touch, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift 20-40 pounds and occasionally lift 50 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Equal Employment Policy
Imperial Trading Co., LLC's hiring and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT:
All employees of the Company are employees' at-will and, as such, are free to resign at any time without reason. The Company, likewise, retains the right to terminate an employee's employment at any time with or without reason or notice. Nothing contained in the Employee Handbook, or any document provided to the employee is intended to be, nor should it be, construed as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period. Any salary figures provided to an employee in annual or monthly terms are stated for the sake of convenience or to facilitate comparisons and are not intended and do not create an employment contract for any specific period.