CDL Class A Freight Driver
Description

Pickup and delivery of packages of various sizes, weights and/or palletized products from customers in many different locations, to be completed in a timely and courteous manner. Ensures all equipment used is in working order and inspected daily. Uses care in moving packages and always works with safety in mind.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

  • Possess and maintain valid Class A driver's license with safe driving record
  • Operate motor vehicle in safe and legal manner. -Be able to quickly locate specific addresses.
  • Be able to communicate and complete assigned tasks via a smartphone application (training provided).
  • Must have sufficient literacy skills to read maps efficiently and complete required paperwork.
  • Maintain communication and cooperative, professional relationship with both customers and general public, as well  as fellow  Quicksilver employees.
Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • No formal requirements; must be literate and communicate in English.
  • 1 Year Class A driving experience required.
  • Map reading skills not required, but helpful.
  • 7 year proven safe driving record. No more than 1 minor moving violation within the last 5 years or DUI/Careless Driving within 5 years.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 70 lbs. regularly as required.
  • Hand load/unload material as required.
  • Walking and climbing stairs.
  • With the assistance of a manual pallet jack; push, pull, move pallets of material weighing up to 3,000 lbs.
  • Be able to sit in vehicle for extended periods of time and move in and out of vehicle as needed.
  • Pass Department of Transportation physical, a drug and alcohol test. (when required).
  • Pass a Work Simulation screening. (when required)

Accountabilities:

  • Deliver packages safely and in a timely manner.
  • Know, understand and follow all company policies.
  • Be available to work on-demand and some after-hours, clearing any changes with supervisory personnel.
  • Uniform shirt, and ID badge must be worn at all time while on the job.
  • Follow current DOT regulations, Complete DOT/Quicksilver paperwork, Follow DOT break/lunch requirements
  • No cell phone/computer usage during operation of your truck. Hands free device required.

Supervision:

  • First line supervision from dispatchers/customer service and other personnel/operations managers
  • Working Conditions:
  • Most working time spent in vehicle or loading/unloading packages/pallets.
  • Required to drive safely in all kinds of conditions (adverse weather conditions, traffic, etc.).
  • No smoking is allowed on the job. Smoking is not allowed in vehicles.

Equipment Used:

  • Smartphone dispatch and communication application (Smart Phone Required)
  • Lift Gate (If supplied)
  • 2 or 4 wheeled cart
  • Pallet Jack
  • Straps
  • Forklift (if certified)
  • Other equipment as directed
Employment Type
Full-time
Industry
Transportation
Job Location
8350 N Steven Rd, Milwaukee, WI, 53223, United States
Date posted
September 1, 2023
Valid through
October 31, 2023
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