Truck Driver (Class A CDL) - Portland, OR

DescriptionMISSIONTo safely facilitate the delivery and pickup of customer tires for transportation to/from Purcell Tire retread plants.Essential DutiesInspect truck before and after trips in accordance with DOT pre-trip inspection requirementsFasten chain or binders to secure load on trailer during transitLoad and unload or assist in loading and unloading trailerVerify load is safely secureDrive tractor-trailer combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and delivery products, usually over long distancesDrive truck to weigh stations before and after loading and along route to document weight and to conform to state regulationsMaintain driver log according to DOT and FMCSA regulationsOperate hydraulic crane to assist with the placement of tires in/out of trailerRoll or stack tires in trailer for optimum carrying capacity and weight distributionOperate vehicle in a safe mannerAbide by all DOT, FMCSA, and state laws, rules, and regulationsFollow direction given by transportation supervisor, dispatcher, and/or VP-ManufacturingProtect company assetsEmbrace Purcell’s culture of safety and perform all jobs in a safe mannerRegular attendance in accordance with assigned scheduleAbility to perform physical requirements as listed in job descriptionOther essential and non-essential duties, as assigned by managementRequirementsREQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONSMinimum Class A CDL Driving Experience: 1 YearDriver’s License Required: Class AOther Job-Specific Licenses or Certifications Required: DOT medical certificateJob-Specific KSA’sREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSA’s)Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by road, including the relative costs and benefits.Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety on the road.Tools & Technology KSA’sTruck & Trailer – The ability to safely drive a truck and trailer including maneuvering turns, stopping the vehicle, driving on the highway, driving in communities, and backing the truck and trailer to a dock.