CDL Truck Driver (Columbus, MS)

By Aimee Andres | August 6, 2022

 

Logistic Services, Inc./Columbus Mississippi is accepting applications for a CDL Truck Driver (Columbus, MS). 

 

Summary/Objective:

The Truck Driver is a part of the operations team and is responsible for the safe handling delivery of cargo. While maintaining a positive working relationship the everyone, the truck driver is to set the standard and be held accountable for a safe and efficient operation.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with operations and office staff to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective completion of work plans.
  • Inspects to ensure proper operating condition prior to use and communicates any maintenance or repair of equipment needed to ensure serviceability and safety of the equipment.
  • Reviews load paperwork versus cargo received or loaded to ensure that all paperwork is correct and that the material is in good condition.
  • Reports problems and issues to appropriate manager.
  • Reviews and complies with all DOT and State requirements inclusive of the FMCSA Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and all applicable sections of 29CFR 1910 and 29CFR 1917.
  • Must properly secure loads/cargo prior to transporting in accordance with Load Securement rules and regulations and informs manager of issues regarding load securement.
  • Adheres to all safety and traffic laws
  • Always behaves in a professional manner and complies with all safety and work-site rules at any customer facility.
  • Maintain paperwork and distribute accurately in a timely manner.
  • Communicate with office and operations staff if delayed in any way.
  • Performs other related duties as required. 

Qualifications:

  • Class A Driver's License required
  • Requires the ability to safely operate equipment over the road.
  • Requires problem solving skills to respond quickly and effectively to operational issues.
  • Requires the ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment and be available to work varied hours and days
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, the general public and customers.
  • Requires the ability to analyze and trouble shoot operations.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience and current CDL, Medical Card, & DVR.
  • Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of load securement rules.
  • Required to observe all safety rules and regulations.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Work environment:

  • Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings and nights.
  • The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment
  • The ability to drive 100%

SSA Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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