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Crescent

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Job Summary

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$24 Per Hour
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Erlanger, KY
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CDL A
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Local
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2+ Years of CDL Experience

Job Details

Equipment

Tractor Trailer

Handling Type

Touch Freight (Heavy Touch, Tarping)

Transmission Type

Automatic

Job Requirements

CDL Class

CDL A

CDL Experience

2+ years

Full Description

Position Summary

The Driver is responsible for the efficient and safe transportation of products to Crescent customers to fulfil customer requirements. The driver is also responsible for the timely reporting of overages, shortages and damages

As a key position, the driver will support the Business in operating as outlined in the Crescent Way and 3P's:
  • Purpose
  • Process
  • People

While building on our Culture of:
  • Doing It Right
  • Doing It Safe
  • Doing It Well
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Safety
  • Ensure Safe and well-maintained work environment and conditions throughout all work spaces, vehicles, facility and surrounding areas
  • Properly secure loads and assure loads are within legal weight limits
  • Comply with all Department of Transportation standards and regulations
  • Maintain a good driving record
  • Report any vehicle problems and defects to manager or lead
  • Inspect vehicles for mechanical items, safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance
People
  • Ensure good customer service relations by consistently delivering orders on time and acting in a courteous and professional manner
  • Train and monitor other drivers to ensure they work in a safe and responsible manner
  • Promote a Work Environment where Crescent People are valued, respected and can safely communicate, grow and develop
Productivity
  • Unload or assist in unloading as well as secure loads as required
  • All other duties as assigned, including but not limited to the identification and training of other drivers
Quality
  • Verify count and condition of goods loaded and unloaded
  • Make reports of overages, shortages and breakage/damage as needed
  • Ensure inventory accuracy
Customer Value
  • Transport and deliver product according to the schedule as determined by the lead or dispatcher to all Crescent customers
  • Manage customer relationships, reporting and communication to ensure customers are well informed
Financial
  • Improve organizational efficiency and waste reduction
  • Manage the correct use of all material and supplies
  • Report defects, accidents or violations
Cultural Competencies
Do It Right

Doing what is right for our Customers, doing what is right for our Company and doing what is right for our People. Continually improving the quality of our product and services. Monitoring and measuring every key ingredient which could negatively impact our quality. Doing it Right ensures we will always be a Premier Service Provider.
Do It Safe

Providing a safe environment and supporting our People to reach their highest potential. A safe environment where all forms of risk are assessed and controlled. A safe environment open to new ideas, where our People's opinions and overall well-being count. A diverse environment where everyone fits and can be successful.
Do It Well

Optimizing all our resources to efficiently and effectively perform all tasks well. Our overall productivity as a company is a reflection of the thousands of activities performed well each and every day by everyone. At Crescent, our ability to Do it Well is a real source of pride valued by our customers.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
  • Fast paced environment, requiring adaptability to constant changes in schedules, volumes, staffing and shift requirements
  • Must be able to climb in and out of tractor cab
  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arm's length, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
  • Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Knowledge, Skills, & Capability
  • The ability to read instructions and perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and understand percentages.
  • Continually monitor the tractor/trailer and surroundings environment to make the necessary decision to best ensure safety and efficiency.
  • The ability to listen for understanding so to balance communication using facts and examples for the goal to instruct People to achieve their maximum potential.
  • The ability to accept and accommodate change.
  • Determining how information fits together and how the information relates to safety and efficiency.
  • The ability to break a problem down into steps and produce a logical timely solution.
  • The ability to pay attention to one's surroundings and act in a safe and predictable manner
  • The ability to manage one's time effectively, schedule and prioritize tasks in accordance with the demands of the multi-faceted position in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Reliance in attendance and punctuality completes assigned responsibilities to satisfaction
  • Cooperative and responsive to the needs of coworkers and team members; courteous and respectful in dealing with others
Qualifications
  • CDL Class A with endorsements required by classification of material hauled
  • Department of Transportation physical certification approval and yearly physical as necessary
Education & Experience:
  • High school education or equivalent
  • 2 years verifiable experience with tractor/trailer or comparable machinery
  • Knowledge of Part 49 (CFR) Driver handbook
  • Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
  • Ability to effectively orally communicate
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Skill in operating different classes and types of trucks
  • Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software as required by the company

We will know that the Driver is successful if they can:
  • Operate their truck in a safe and responsible manner
  • Deliver to customers efficiently
  • Reliable, good attendance
  • Maintain a good driving record
  • Exhibit mutual respect for Crescent associates, customer representatives and the motoring

By completing this application, you are acknowledging the following:
  • I am at least 18 years of age of older
  • I can perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation
  • I am a US Citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the US on an unrestricted basis

Pay Range

$24-$28 USD
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