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Driver Class B

  • North Reading, MA, United States

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Responsible for pick-up and delivery between Service Centers and to customers, in a professional, safe and timely manner, which will include manual lifting, use of two-wheel dolly and/or carts in a multi-temperature environment. Job Description: Operate straight trucks. Ensure delivery schedules are met while providing/demonstrating friendly, professional customer service including the solicitation of new business Secure freight for pick?up and delivery using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope. Perform daily pre-trip, post-trip and safety inspections on equipment. Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch as required, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary Verify and complete required documentation and reports Collect checks for freight charges an maintain related documentation , as required Load, unload, or assist in loading and unloading truck Perform job duties of a freight handler where operationally necessary Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures and confirm placarding matches hazmat shipments as required Chain vehicle tires, as required Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures Perform other duties as required Qualifications Must have valid commercial driver\'s license (CDL)-Class B; hazardous materials and tank endorsements required*. Automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed. Must possess one (1) year experience in a straight truck or similar sized vehicle within most recent three (3) years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course Must be twenty-one (21) years old Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator Ability to read and understand route schedules Ability to lift/carry hand freight and other items weighing up to 100 pounds Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck Ability to follow instructions and complete required training Ability to work independently and/or as a team member Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors and drive all types of roads and in all types of weather.

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Skills

  • Documentation
  • Forklift certification
  • Customer service
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Tolerate sitting for long periods
  • Work independently

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