Local CDL-A Operator

Local CDL-A Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Local CDL-A Operator you are essential to the daily operations of Green Transportation. In this role you will safely operate a tractor-trailer, make regular and frequent trips and deliveries to our customers while upholding the standard of excellence that Green Transportation carries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safely and professionally operating a Class A commercial motor vehicle
• Following guidelines issued by the FMCSA and DOT in accordance with rules and regulations surrounding safe and compliant operation of a commercial motor vehicle
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your vehicle and equipment to ensure proper and legal working order, notifying the maintenance department if any issues need to be addressed
• Planning your trip and routing as advised by your Road Pilot Reference guide and provided manifest information for each trip
• Communicating with dispatch on a consistent basis via email and phone as to provide updates on your load status, location, and any other requested information
• Contacting external business partners to coordinate safe and proper procedures of loading and unloading the vehicle
• Inspecting freight upon departure, arrival, and delivery as well as monitoring and/or assisting in the removal of freight to the tail of the trailer as needed
• Maintaining procedural paperwork of daily duties ie. bills of lading and proof of delivery paperwork, maintaining your trip-sheet information and collecting fuel receipts
• When adverse conditions occur or may occur, maintain contact with dispatch and operations as to receive guidance on next steps
• Safely unload freight both palletized and non-palletized whether assisted or unassisted as necessary
• Follow instructions/guidance of upper management regardless of personal opinions or beliefs
• Serve as a great example of the Green Culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of Green Transportation
• Must demonstrate the ability to be discrete, prompt and professional
• Communicate effectively with team members
• Experience filling out and retaining BOL's and POD's
• Support Green Transportation's values, principles, vision, and mission
• Other duties as may be assigned

• Valid CDL-A with 2 years of verifiable DOT CDL-A Tractor-Trailer driving experience
• Must be able to support the Green Transportation culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• US Citizenship required

• Experience with Transportation and Logistics
• Knowledge of FMCSA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and guidelines

• Effectively and regularly communicate with the Green Transportation Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor
• Support Green Transportation's values, principles, vision, and mission

• Lift up to 50lbs frequently to occasionally
• Load and manipulate rolling carts carrying up to 150 lbs frequently
• Load and manipulate manual pallet jacks with palletized freight frequently
• Stand/walk/drive up to 14 hours per day
• Bend and Twist frequently
• Reach/work above shoulders frequently
• Fine manipulations frequently
• Gross manipulation frequently
• Push/pull frequently
• Operate a tractor-trailer