Truck Driver Job in Douglasville, Georgia

Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities • Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle • Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs. • Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs. • Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit • Transport goods, livestock, etc. from the place of origin to assigned destination • Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner • Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage • Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations • Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients • Assist in mapping delivery routes • Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries • Communicate with dispatch as needed • Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document • Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip • Check weather conditions and road reports before departure • Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean • Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.) • Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered • Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times • Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs • Track and report working hours • Adhere to company rules and regulations • Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions • Comply with ICC and DOT regulations • Make safety a priority at all times Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required • Valid Class A driver’s license required • 2 years proven experience with gooseneck trailer driving preferred • Clean driving record with no moving violations • Must pass a background check and drug test • Skilled at driving large vehicles • Comfortable maneuvering and parking a 30' gooseneck-trailer • Alert, focused, and detail-oriented • Physically and mentally fit • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time • Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc. • Proficient using GPS and other routing systems • An innate sense of direction • Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful • High level of composure and good stress management