CDL Driver - Transportation Job in Jackson, TN

The job responsibilities may include the following:

• Driving long distances while transporting finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers.
• Reporting any incidents encountered on the road to a dispatcher.
• Following all applicable traffic laws.
• Inspecting trailers before and after the trip, and recording any defects found.
• Maintaining a log of work hours, rest periods, miles driven and fuel/toll receipts, following all regulations.
• Reporting serious mechanical problems to appropriate personnel.
• Maintaining trucks and associated equipment in clean and good working order.
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues as well as performing preventative maintenance.
• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules.
• Complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Maneuvering trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Collecting and verifying delivery instructions.
• Reporting defects, accidents, or violations.
• Carrying or lifting heavy objects and to squat, kneel down, bend, or crawl in awkward positions.

• Have a commercial driver’s license (CDL).
• Have good health, physical strength, hand-eye coordination, endurance, depth perception, and the ability to concentrate on job responsibilities.
• Be continually attentive and mindful of your surroundings to keep yourself and others safe.
• Be able to understand and communicate information (English language is also essential).
• Proven experience as a truck driver.
• Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc.).
• Be able to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Have extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Have no recent moving or driving violations.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.).
• Be willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations.
• Trucking school diploma.