This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1397790 Job Guide: Short Haul Driver Name: Date Effective: Reports to: Transportation Supervisor FLSA: NON-EXEMPT _______________________________________________________________________________________ Job Summary: Deliver flooring products to retail and contract dealers while remaining in full compliance with all state and federal regulations. Essential Job Functions: 1. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles according to federal criteria and report all equipment defects promptly. 2. Operate all company vehicles in a safe manner, obeying all federal and state laws. 3. Enter accurate information into the onboard computer system. 4. Keep truck neat and clean. 5. Comply with standard operating procedures and safety policies. 6. Deliver and unload flooring materials to retail and contract dealers promptly and courteously. 7. Report all accidents and injuries according to company policy. 8. Record and report all expenses. 9. Verify all COD collections through the Credit Department and turn in money/checks promptly. 10. Obtain return authorization numbers for all return freight. 11. Properly fill out and turn in trip sheets, return list and daily log sheets 12. Pick up freight as authorized. 13. Spare Drivers must call in once a day between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm for routing assignments. 14. Provide prompt attention and resolution to messages from Dispatch received via phone or onboard computer system when safe to do so. 15. Drivers are to call Dispatch at the completion of their run. 16. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills Needed: Valid Class A Drivers License Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards. Must be able to understand and follow procedures. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1993 requires job descriptions to provide detailed information regarding the physical demands required to perform the essential functions of a job; the conditions under which the job is performed; and the tools and equipment the employee will be required to use on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to sit for 7 or more hours per day. 2. Ability to stand for 1-3 hours per day. 3. Ability to walk 1-3 hours per day. 4. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds frequently with good body mechanics or with improper body mechanics. Ability to lift 100 lbs occasionally. 5. Ability to push 300 pounds frequently. 6. Exposure to all weather conditions. 7. Frequent twisting and bending (481 or greater per day). 8. Ability to squat, kneel and reach overhead (1-3 hours per day -- need not be continuous). Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significa nt risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. Received and accepted by: Signature: ___________________________________ Name (Print): ____________________________________ Title: ____________________________________ Date: ___________________________________________ Reviewed with employee by: Signature: ____________________________________ Name (Print): ___________________________________ Title: _____________________________________ Date: __________________________________________ The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. Professional Behaviors D