Transportation Specialist/Driver

Position Overview

We are looking for a Transportation Specialist to join the team!

Incumbent will be responsible for the pick-up and delivery of vehicles. This position requires 100% interstate and local travel.

Responsibilities

• Determines the needs for vehicle pick-up and/or deliveries route daily.

• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.

• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.

• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.

• Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.

• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.

• Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.

• Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and to comply with state regulations.

• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered vehicles and collect payment for services when required.

• Inventory and inspect vehicles to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.

• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting vehicles.

• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.

• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs.

• Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.

• Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.

• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.

• Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.

• Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.

• Load and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicles and using other equipment as necessary.

• Wrap goods using pads, packing paper, and containers, and secure loads to trailer walls, using straps.

• Climb ladders to inspect loads, ensuring that cargo is secure.

• Remove debris from loaded trailers.

• Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs.

• Collaborate with other drivers as part of a driving team on some trips.

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Must have an active and valid CDL and clean driving history.

• Must be able to load/unload and drive a 7-car carrier.

• Must be able to communicate with field, regional and corporate management

• Must be a proven self-starter with strong time management skills

• Able to use industry related technology platforms

• Be able to work in a team environment

• Demonstrate safe driving skills