Truck Driver (Part-Time)

JOB FUNCTION:

As a Truck Driver, you will play a crucial role in the safe and timely delivery of goods to our retail stores. Your expertise in operating a semi-truck, ensuring the secure transport of cargo, and adhering to all relevant traffic and safety regulations is essential in helping us maintain our efficient retail store operation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect equipment before and after trips. Report equipment conditions as necessary
• Read delivery assignment prior to departure
• Drive tractor-trailer, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations to transport and deliver products or materials, possibly over long distances
• Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position
• Drive truck to weigh stations as necessary along route to document weight and conform to state regulations
• Maintains driver log according to regulations
• Operate on-board technology
• Return backhauls as assigned
• Report to work when scheduled
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all assigned equipment
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years old or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid Class A CDL
• Have one of the following:
  • 2 years over-the-road verifiable experience
  • Successful completion of an approved and accredited CDL transportation program based on the FMCSA Safety Curriculum
• Uses good judgment in decision making
• Ability to effectively interpret DOT and FMCSA Regulations
• Ability to understand and follow maps and instructions
• Successful completion of driving/backing evaluation by a Fareway CDL Trainer
• Knowledge of samsara ELDs is preferred, not required.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities
• Basic math skills are required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, climbing, crawling, balancing, bending, and repetitive motions
• Ability to handle stress, including emergency situations
• Must pass FMCSA Clearinghouse check, DOT pre-employment physical and work screen, drug screen, and criminal background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Generally, work inside climate controlled tractor. Some exposure to outdoor seasonal temperatures
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and fumes
• Noise level in work environment is low to moderate
• Work schedule can vary and may consist of as much as 2-3 days per week or as little as 1 day every couple of weeks

BENEFITS:

• Saturdays off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Scheduling
• Employee Discount
• Weekly Pay
• On-the-job, paid training

Starting Pay: $25.35 / hr. Top Wage: $26.80 /hr.

For more information, please call Bret Grimes at (515)-317-9119 or Blake Linsenmeyer at (515)-758-4131.

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