Class B Truck Driver - Home Daily
Blue Recycled Materials
- Louisville, KY
- $25.00-32.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan (5% Match)
- PTO - Starts Day 1
- Safely drive and maneuver large Class B trucks to transport materials to and from job sites.
- Obey all traffic laws and regulations while operating the vehicle.
- Maintain a clean and organized truck interior.
- Operate truck to load and unload materials at designated pickup sites or disposal locations.
- Ensure that the load is distributed evenly and secured properly to prevent accidents during transport.
- Familiarity with the operation of dump truck controls, hydraulics, and other specialized equipment.
- Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance to ensure proper functioning.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to identify and report any maintenance or safety issues.
- Keep accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, hours worked, and materials transported.
- Complete logbooks and required paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Communicate effectively with site supervisors, dispatchers, and other team members regarding job schedules, routes, and any issues that may arise during transport.
- Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with clients and customers at job sites.
- Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, such as spills or breakdowns, by following established procedures and protocols.
- Prioritize safety and compliance standards.
- Always adhere to DOT guidelines.
- Drive routes in the most efficient way.
- Complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Actively participate in teamwork throughout the company, clients, and customers.
- Ensure the truck is clean and organized.
- Transportation: Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by road, including the relative costs and benefits.
- Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Operation and Control: Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
- Operations Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Monitoring: Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Time Management: Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Secure cargo.
- Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
- Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured.
- Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.
- Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
- Inspect motor vehicles.
- Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
- Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
- Record operational or production data.
- Record service or repair activities.
- Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
- Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
- Connect cables or electrical lines.
- Verify information or specifications.
- Read maps to determine routes.
- Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition.
- Operate communications equipment or systems.
- Acquire supplies or equipment.
- Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
- Adjust routes or speeds as necessary.
- Choose optimal transportation routes or speeds.
- Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.
- Monitor cargo area conditions.
- Package materials or products.
- Remove debris or damaged materials.
- Direct material handling or moving activities.
- Work may be performed in various weather conditions and may involve exposure to dust, noise, and other environmental factors.
- Irregular hours and overtime may be required, especially during peak construction seasons.
- Some flexibility in schedule but must drive during hours that meet business needs, not your personal preference.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy objects.
- Ability to sit, drive and focus for extended periods.
- Various.
- Local and out-of-state as needed.
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with relevant endorsements.
- Clean driving record with no serious violations.
- Previous experience as a Class B Truck Driver, preferably 3+ years.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for transporting hazardous materials (if applicable).
- Strong communication skills and teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.