Transportation Operator / Driver
Transportation Operator/Driver
POSITION SUMMARY
Mid Columbia Forklift is looking for a responsible “Class A” licensed Transportation Operator with a clean driving record to serve our pasco, WA location. This requires excellent customer service skills, and working in accordance with state and DOT regulations. This is a full-time year-round position with a generous hourly wage and full benefits.
The Transport Operator will be responsible for three primary duties: delivery and pick up of material handling equipment, accurate and complete documentation, and create excellent relationships with customers and co- workers. DOE $20-$32 hour
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/EXPECTATIONS
Required:
- Transport and deliver equipment by driving tractor equipped with a rollback.
- Inspect truck for defects and safe operating conditions.
- Load, secure, transport and unload company and customer owned property properly and safely.
- Maintain inside and outside of vehicle or equipment clean and free from debris.
- Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in
- Difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight areas.
- Remain in contact with the transportation manager to receive any directions, such as changes due to weather related conditions by use of company cell phone and tablet.
- Comply with all Company policies, rules, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations, including applicable DOT Hazardous Materials regulations and Daily Vehicle Inspection
Reports. (DVIR)
- Perform pre and post inspection of equipment
- Drive truck to destination safely and efficiently. Attend all safety and shop meetings.
- Familiar with operation, loading and unloading of Industrial Equipment, loading of Warehouse items and various types of Material Handling Products.
- Must have knowledge and experience of how to secure loads to trailer safely and properly.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Multitasking, work independently and time management skills.
- Good analytical skills.
- Ability to lift 25-50 lbs or more and/or crouch and crawl in confined area.
- A valid Washington State driver’s license “Class A” CDL, current medical card, and a clean driving record.
Responsibilities:
- Operate all related equipment and tools as trained
- Operate independently and as a team member
- Perform and demonstrate Customer Service Satisfaction
- Fulfill Company Philosophy and Goals
- Maintain a clean and presentable Transport.
Qualifications:
- Class A Truck and Trailer License in the State of WA
- Clean driving record.
- Must comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, CDL and any other regulatory required certification or recertification requirements, including physical exams and drug/alcohol tests.
- Position is classified as Safety Sensitive for pre-employment Drug Testing.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Job Type: Full-time, 8-hour shift M-F.
We offer a competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits:
- Safe Harbor 401(k) by Employer
- Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Vacation
- 8 Paid Holidays
Work Location - Pasco, WA
All employees are expected to uphold and embody the MidCo Material Handling culture of providing “World Class” customer service while consistently maintaining a high level of integrity, ethics, and accountability.
Yearly boot allowance along with a generous benefit packages provided.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Trucking driver type:
Trucking home time:
Trucking route:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Commercial Driving: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Current CDL Class A (Required)
Work Location: In person