Driver

Company: Pilot Freight Services
Location: Racine
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Pilot Freight Services is seeking a full time Straight Truck Driver for our Milwaukee Station, located in Oak Creek, WI. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm - 8:30pm, with an occasional Saturday.

JOB SUMMARY:

Operate a vehicle to transport materials to and from specified destinations in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with DOT regulations. Models and acts in accordance with Pilot's policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Understand and comply with all State, Federal, DOT and TSA regulations
• Check in with dispatch daily for assigned pickup/delivery route
• Operate vehicles to transport materials to and from in a safe and efficient manner
• Present self in a clean and professional manner at all times
  o Pilot identification including but not limited to ID badge and or required Pilot apparel Perform inspection of the assigned unit and complete all required paperwork
  
  o Ensure equipment is kept in proper repair and working order
  
  o Clean and secure assigned unit and the end of shift
  
  o Complete DOT logs if required
  
  • Load and unload freight from truck utilizing the proper equipment and securing for transit when necessary Check for and notate/communicate damages/shortages or other exceptions
  • Maintain communication with dispatch, promptly report all delays
  • Function and use of driver's application for all pickups and deliveries
  • Verify all freight corresponds to paperwork
  • Assist and apply additional packing to shipments when needed
  • Assist in the warehouse if needed
  • Able to work variable hours, including weekends and overtime
  • Clocking in/out daily (including lunch breaks) and maintaining lunch/break schedule independently. Other duties assigned deemed necessary by the Cartage Supervisor
    SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
    
    • Must have clean motor vehicle record
    • Able to apply basic problem-solving skills
    • Ability to read and interpret maps
      o Strong knowledge of the roadways throughout the immediate and surrounding areas Ability to read and understand tariff signs and signals
      
      • Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms and other related documents Basic PC skills
      • Good written and verbal skills
      • Ability to discern numbers and information
        
        Qualifications
        
        Education
        
        High School or better.
        
        

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