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Position Summary

The Tractor Trailer Operator I (TTO-I) operates a wide range of vehicles and equipment to facilitate the movement of freight for the enterprise. The TTO-I is responsible for the timely, safe and cost-effective delivery and pick-up of all assigned material and equipment. TTO-Is typically operate road tractors with various trailers on a daily basis. TTO-I’s maintain a CDL-A License with Haz-Mat endorsements and forklift certification. TTO-I’s load, unload and properly secure a variety of cargo and electrical equipment on a daily basis. TTO-I’s are responsible for the proper documentation of Logs, Bills of Ladings, Equipment Inspections, Time Reporting and etc. TTO-I’s are expected to be available for call-out rotation, extension of work-day and scheduled weekend work in support of the enterprise. TTO-I’S are also required to be available for major storm support in all regions of the enterprise (North Carolinas, South Carolina, Ohio, Indiana and Florida). Â TTO-I’s must be accountable for adherence to; DOT/FMCSA Regulations, Company Policies, Departmental Policies and Safe Work Practices.

Required/Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• 1 year of related work experience

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)

• Safe Driving Record

• Physically able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.

• Basic Computer Skills to use Microsoft Office products

• Basic use of smartphone applications

• 1-3 years of experience driving combination vehicles. (i.e. road tractors and semi-trailers)

• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with teammates, internal and external customers and suppliers.

• Previous forklift experience and certification

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of DOT/FMCSA Regulations

• 5 years of experience driving combination of vehicles (i.e. road tractors and semi-trailers)

• Knowledge of and experience with ELD’S (Electronic Logging Device)

• Previous experience and operational knowledge of road tractors and various trailers (i.e. flatbed, step deck, Van Trailers)

• Experience operating piggyback (larger sized) forklift

• Previous experience and operational knowledge of various types of equipment.

• Previous experience and operational knowledge of proper load securement

• Substation Qualified

• Familiar with Samsara/telematics applications

• Articulating Crane Certification

• Basic Rigging Certification and experience

Working Conditions

• Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility.

• Monday

• Friday 6am to 2:30pm

• Regularly lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.

• Performs work in an outdoor environment with extended periods of driving.

• Performs duties during extreme heat, cold and inclement weather (including rain, snow and ice).

• Prolonged periods sitting/driving in all traffic conditions.

• Work activities frequently involve climbing, twisting, bending, squatting crawling, kneeling, walking and standing.

• Work activities include carrying and positioning various cargo securement equipment (chains, tarps, straps and etc.) on level/unlevel surfaces.

• Work activities will require some extended work days and overnight stays.

• Will be required to be “on-call” following the callout schedule.

• Operation of manual clutch and gears on various vehicles.

• Work activities include reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing of weights up to 50 lbs.

• Exposure to high stress situations and requirements to be available for emergency response as required by the needs of service.

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to work safely.

• Ability meet DOT and Crane physical requirements

• Ability to obtain Hazardous Material endorsement

• Ability to obtain Crane Operation certification

• Ability to comply with all federal regulations, company policies and departmental policies.

Travel Requirements

Not required

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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