Local Driver CDL-A

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At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive! Join a team that has a 100+ year reputation for excellence as an innovative, growing and financially stable company that is dedicated to promoting a culture that thrives on inclusion and diversity. From numerous awards to being recognized as one of the best places to work, Suddath offers a caring, family environment while providing relocation and logistics services to people and companies all around the world.

What We Offer!

• A competitive wage with a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company matching
• Weekly pay for hourly-paid employees. Biweekly pay for salaried employees.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
• A tuition reimbursement plan where employees are encouraged to continue their education and development

Position Summary

The local driver maintains a clean, well-equipped vehicle; operates the vehicle safely and economically; interfaces with the customer and third party representatives; and directs the moving crew in efficient, safe and damage-free relocation of goods.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a pre-trip inspection of the assigned vehicle each day. Reports any unsafe, broken or worn parts on the vehicle to the local manager immediately.
• Ensures that the assigned vehicle is clean, well-organized and loaded with all necessary supplies and equipment before each job begins, and that it is returned in the same condition at the end of each job.
• Drives the assigned vehicle, observing all traffic rules, Mayflower standards and DFL's practices for the safe, efficient and economical operation of the vehicle.
• Interfaces in a positive, professional manner with the customer, building manager, security officer, warehouse and office personnel, and third party service representatives during the course of the job.
• In the absence of a Commercial Supervisor or Project Manager, directs the activities of the moving crew to ensure efficient, safe and damage-free relocation of goods.
• Documents the condition of goods before loading and discusses any existing damage with the customer before loading begins.
• Protects, loads, and unloads goods with the assistance of the moving crew. Ensures the customer's premises are adequately protected to prevent damage.
• Accurately completes all paperwork related to the job and ensures the customer completes all necessary sections of the paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License and a clear driving record.
• Must be able to meet the driver requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Must be able to lift, carry and use a variety of hand/power tools and moving equipment;
• Must be able to sufficiently speak, read and write English to communicate with customers, understand and give directions, and complete paperwork.
• Must successfully complete all safety, skills, customer service and supervisor training as required by the company.

Physical Demands

• Use hands to control or feel objects.
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• See details of objects only a few feet away.
• Must be able to:
• frequently bend and stoop;
• lift and stack items weighing up to 30lbs overhead;
• lift and carry items weighing up to:
• 65lbs to chest height;
• 60lbs at shoulder level without help;
• 100lbs to waist height and carry them 50 ft.;
• 60lbs up and down stairs/ramps for 100 ft.;
• lift items weighing up to 150 lbs to a height of 10 inches

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made available to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

The Suddath Companies is a multifaceted group of companies that specialize in worldwide corporate employee relocations, household moving, warehouse and logistics management and specialized transportation services.

The Suddath Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.