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Truck Driver - Straight Truck

Newark, DE - Full Time

Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Non-CDL Straight Truck Driver delivers aluminum extrusion and related materials to area customers using a 26-foot straight truck. This role is responsible for safe vehicle operation, accurate delivery, cargo securement, and adherence to all DOT, company, and safety regulations. The driver works closely with warehouse personnel, dispatch, and customers to ensure timely and professional service.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee with this job title.
  • Operate a 26’ Straight Truck (Non-CDL) safely and professionally
  • Operate the vehicle in compliance with all local, state, federal and company driving regulations and safety standards
  • Maintain proper vehicle control when navigating narrow areas, customer sites, or challenging road conditions
  • Safely load and unload aluminum extrusions and related materials using proper handling methods
  • Check that loads are properly secured with straps, edge protectors, or other required securement devices
  • Review shipping paperwork for accuracy and any special handling requirements
  • Wear appropriate safety equipment (PPE) when handling materials
  • Maintain Electronic Logging Device (ELD) logbook in accordance with DOT regulations
  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection reports
  • Maintain truck cleanliness, safety, and general operational conditions
  • Keep securement devices (straps, tarps, etc.) clean and properly stored
  • Communicate professionally with customers, warehouse personnel, and supervisors
  • Notify management of delivery issues, damaged material, or customer concerns
  • Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education
  • High School diploma or equivalent required
Experience/Skills/Abilities Required
  • Preferably 3 years of experience driving a 53ft tractor trailer
  • Clean MVR with no more than one major violation within the past 5 years
  • Have or be able to get a DOT Medical Card
  • Lift and carry heavy material up to 75 lbs.; climb on and off a flat bed
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English effectively
  • Ability to perform basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
  • Ability to read tape measure
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to bend over, reach upwards or outwards, twist, turn around and climb up and down.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
  • Most of your time will be spent driving and loading/unloading goods and materials
  • Requires significant, lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
  • The job typically requires 50% driving, 30% walking, and 20% standing
  • May be required to work in a variety of weather conditions
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.
 
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We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.

WE ARE A DRUGFREE WORKPLACE

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