Essential Job Functions
- Key responsibilities will include supporting the following functions:
- Drives commercial motor vehicle (truck) to transport and deliver freight.
- Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with management, customers, employees, the general public, and law enforcement (49 CFR ยง 391.11).
- Must be able to read road signs, maps, shipping documents, work instructions, and other written documents.
- Maintains contact with dispatch or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new locations.
- Maintains electronic driver logs compliant with state and federal regulations (49 CFR ยง 395).
- Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections per regulation and procedure, and maintains associated records as required.
- Maintains shipping paperwork records of materials/products transported.
- Obtains customer signature for goods delivered, accurately noting "shipper load and count" status, delivery condition, and seal status.
- Assists in loading and unloading truck manually if required.
- Capable of driving up to 11 hours per day and being on duty up to 14 hours per day when required.
- Meet the driver qualification safety standards and responsibilities established by Safety & Compliance.
- Remain compliant with government laws and regulations at all times.
Education and Work Experience
- Must have one year or greater previous driving experience in the type of equipment to be operated.
- Must have a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Other Skills & Abilities
- Must be willing to transport interstate freight as dispatched, including local, regional, and over the road.
Physical Job Requirements:
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- Climb in and out of the truck numerous times throughout the day.
- Inspect airlines, brakes, and tires under the trailer for pre- and post-trip inspections.
- Crank trailer dolly/landing gear with approx. 15-50 lbs. rotational force to drop or hook up trailers.
- Assist as required in unloading trailers which could include using a pallet jack, hand unload, or restacking pallets of freight.
- Bend over and lift at least 50 lbs.
- Open and secure doors on trailers with arms above head.
- Push and pull at least 50 lbs.
- Meet all DOT Medical Card requirements.
- Bend down and pull the fifth wheel pin with 15-65 lbs. horizontal pull force to drop trailers.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?
At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
- 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
- Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
- Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates
- Potential to earn a quarterly bonus
- Must possess a valid Class A CDL License with current medical card certification.
- Must not have previous 3-year employer history of failed or refused drug/alcohol tests. Must not be under FMCSA drug/alcohol follow-up testing requirements related to any SAP process.
- Must be Haz Mat endorsed and have TWIC card.