TRUCK DRIVER

Dedicated Lanes - Home DailyCome Drive for One of the Top Companies in VirginiaFor almost 3 decades Camrett Logistics has been able to provide the best 3PL servicesBecause WE have the best employeesScheduled Shuttle RunsHome DailyHealth, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance offered.Long-term Disability and Basic Life Insurance paid for by the company.Attendance bonus.Too many benefits to list.Job SummaryThe Truck Driver is responsible for the transportation of materials to and from specified locations. He or she is also responsible for completing and maintaining appropriate related trip and driver records. Must have a Commercial Driver's License Class-A, with a good driving record, must be able to pass a drug test and a DOT physical.Work Activities• Gather information from dispatcher such as, locations of deliveries picks ups, and directions• Coordinate trip based on Federal Motor Carrier Safety (FMCS) Regulations• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.• Pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle and completing the Driver Vehicle Inspection report• Read bill of lading to determine trailer number, and product• Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.• Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position• Secure loads by fastening load locks, to do so may require climbing into trailer from ground level• Drive truck to weigh station to ensure load does not exceed legal weights set by DOT regulations• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods• Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs.• Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.• Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.• Load or unload trucks or help others with loading or unloading, using special loading-related equipment or other equipment as necessary.• Remove debris from loaded trailers.• Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.• Other activities and duties as assignedKnowledge/AbilityThe ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.The ability to see details at a distance.The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.The ability to see under low light conditions.The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.Job ContextThe incumbent job works between 8-14 hours per day, Camrett is a seven day a week operating company the work shift depends on the program the incumbent is assigned to: starting time depending on shift. A percentage of time is spent operating a Class A commercial vehicle and requires the incumbent to sit in a closed vehicle or equipment for extended periods of time. The incumbent is exposed to all weather conditions and temperatures. Work is done at a moderate pace but may increase or decrease depending on customer needs. Due to the nature of the job the incumbent frequently lifts 35 pounds and may exceed up to 50 pounds. Strain from frequent bending stretching and reaching may occur. The position requires excellent personal skills, good communication skills and to be customer focused. The person must demonstrate good personal computer and software skills.Work authorization/security clearance requirementsMust be able to provide forms of ID as required by the I-9 form for evidence of eligibility to work in the United States.Affirmative Action/EEO statementCamrett Logistics is an EO employer - M/F/Vets/DisabledOther dutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.