Job Summary
Responsible for formulating and carrying out a loading plan to load Company trailers in accordance with driver’s (Local or OTR) pre-specified route. Must have truck driving skills in order to move truck from department to department (especially backing skills).
Job Function
Essential Job Functions
- Safe operation of tractor pulling flatbed trailer on Company property especially backing up truck in order to move truck from department to department.
- Formulate a workable loading plan which will allow the truck to be loaded considering the following variables:
- Material size o Material shape
- Material weight o Driver stop/unloading sequence
- DOT regulations
- Accurately checks to ensure both proper material and proper quantities of material is sent to the truck by warehouse personnel. This is done through the proper use of:
- Tape measures o Calipers
- Yard Scales
- Verification of item descriptions on work copies
- Positions material correctly on trailer.
- Must wear required personal protective equipment.
- Must follow all safety rules, policies and procedures. Non-essential Job Functions
- Maintains good housekeeping in assigned work area.
Physical Requirements
- 30% Bending, stooping and squatting
- 20% Sitting
- 15% Walking on uneven surface
- 10% Climbing in and out of truck cab (3 steps) and up/down from flatbed trailer (5-7 step ladder)
- 10% Pushing / pulling up to 100 lbs
- 5% Lifting up to 50 lbs
- 2% Walking on flat surface
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Required Skills
- High School diploma/GED required.
- 1-2 years relevant experience required.
- Must be able to occasionally use clutch.
Work Environment : Warehouse/Field setting; minimal temperature environment
Travel : Not Applicable
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Required Experience