CDL drivers transport goodsbetween locations using tractor trailers and heavy trucks. They often travelextensive distances to deliver their loads and must adhere to traffic andsafety regulations while still making their deliveries on time. Drivers must holda commercial driver's license and maintain their medical certification asrequired. Driving large vehicles can be difficult, so CDL drivers must becomfortable operating heavy machinery and have the hand-eye coordination to doit proficiently. They are also legally required to have strong eyesight andhearing and be in good physical health.
Essential Functions
- Loading, unloading and securing of equipment for transport
- Local and regional hauling of equipment
- Performs daily commercial vehicle inspection to ensure operational safety
- Provides exceptional customer service standards for delivery service
- Obtain required signatures on rental contracts, pick ups and exchange forms
- Demonstrates safe and proper equipment usage to customer at point of delivery
- Completes reports for out-going and returned equipment
- Completes log book and trip sheets, meeting all D.O.T. and company record keeping requirements
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Valid Class A driver's license required/Medical certification
- 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred
- Clean driving record with no moving violations
- Must pass a background check and drug test
- Skilled at driving large vehicles
- Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
- Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
- Physically and mentally fit
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
- Duties performed outside most of the time
- Local travel required.
- Overnight travel rarely
- Able to lift 50 pounds at a time
- Climb, bend. kneel, push, and pull regularly
- Walk constantly sometimes on uneven terrain
Other Duties
Please be aware thatwhile this job description provides an overview of the main activities, duties,and responsibilities expected of the employee in this role, it may notencompass every task or requirement. Additionally, the nature of the positionnecessitates the potential for changes in duties, responsibilities, andactivities, which may occur with or without prior notice. The employer reservesthe right to modify and adapt these aspects as necessary to meet evolving businessneeds and organizational objectives.
Additional Eligibility Requirements
At Synergy Equipment, we prioritize the safetyand well-being of our employees. To ensure a secure work environment, werequire all successful candidates to undergo a drug test and background checkbefore their start date. This policy is in place to maintain the higheststandards of safety and security for our team members.
What are the Benefits?
Synergy Equipment values its employees and their families.Because of this we offer many benefits to our employees. These include medical,dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; 401(k) and Rothretirement options with company match; Life and Disability Insurance; and PaidTime Off that includes vacation and paid holidays. This position is eligiblefor profit sharing opportunities.
At Synergy, we are committed to fostering professionalgrowth and development. We provide comprehensive training programs to equip ouremployees with the skills they need to excel in their roles. Moreover, weprioritize offering career growth opportunities, allowing individuals toprogress and advance within the company.
By offering these extensive benefits, fostering asupportive work environment, and investing in our employees' development,Synergy Equipment demonstrates its dedication to the overall well-being andlong-term success of our employees.
Synergy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteranstatus, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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