
Class A CDL Driver to transport equipment to event destinations
Full time @Audio Visual Systems & Support, Inc. posted 12 months ago in Class A Truck Driving ShortlistJob Detail
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Experience Less Than 1 Year
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Industry Truck Driving
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Qualifications Class A CDL
Job Description
A CDL Driver is responsible for transporting equipment from a warehouse location to businesses venues as needed. The driver needs to be reliable and responsible with all aspects of the vehicle and duties:
Duties and responsibilities for drivers are to:
- Transport/deliver equipment to destinations
- Be able to load/Unload equipment
- Must practice safe driving habits at all times
- Arrive at destinations on schedule
- Operate vehicle in a safe and efficient manner
- Fulfill administrative needs, like keeping track of expenses and receipts to submit to office
- Research and plan for traffic, construction and weather delays
- Use navigation applications to determine the best route
- Interact with clients professionally at all times
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
- Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use
- Keep mileage records and repair records up-to-date
- Report defects, accidents or violations
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures
- Flexibility in being able to work nights and weekends to accomplish duties.
A successful driver candidate needs the following skills and qualifications:
- A valid CDL driver’s Class A license and at least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely and to be insured-no recent moving/driving violations
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- Excellent navigational skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find delivery routes and locations
- Drivers need to know how to drive in inclement weather conditions like rain, snow, or ice to keep themselves and other motorists safe
- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
- Time management and organizational skills to keep track of deliveries and stay on schedule
- Experienced with electronic equipment and software
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients
- Physical stamina and good upper body strength to lift heavy as well as be able to load and unload from their vehicle.