Tuckerdoor is hiring: Box Truck Driver in Monroe

Since 1967, Tucker Door & Trim has been a well-respected wholesale distributor and manufacturer of doors, windows, and specialty millwork for the construction industry.

Tucker Door & Trim boasts an ever-growing fleet of tractor-trailers and box trucks making regular deliveries to wholesale customers throughout the Southeastern United States, including Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina.

We have immediate opening for a Box Truck Driver at our Monroe, GA facility.

Overview

Accomplishes Operational Excellence by providing exceptional customer service for external and internal customers.

Requirements

• At least 18 months of proven experience in operating an appropriate commercial vehicle
• Excellent driving record (No recent moving violations)
• Extensive knowledge of D.O.T. rules and regulations
• Able to pass D.O.T. physical
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
• The ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
• Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, ELD, etc.)
• Mathematical aptitude
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Able to lift up to 50 lb and push and pull heavy objects
• Proficiency in operating electronic equipment (e.g., RF scanners)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow DOT rules and regulations
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns and perform preventive maintenance
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
• Report accidents and violations
• Load and unload material on trailer/box truck
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness
• Communicate issues with management
• Attention to detail and problem-solving
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Able to work with other team members to accomplish tasks and goals
• Adhering to safety management standards

Specific areas of responsibility

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any defects immediately
• Log into ELD daily and follow hours of service rules and regulations
• Unload and load trailer/box truck at customer sites, Tucker Door facilities and vendors
• Ensure customer pickups are done in a timely fashion
• Report immediately any quantity discrepancies
• Obtain customer signature at time of delivery on an electronic device
• Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process
• Ensure material is secured that is loaded into trailers
• Report any damaged product immediately
• Attend safety meetings and complete safety training in a timely fashion
• Immediately report to management any hazards in the workplace

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance