at Phoenix Expedited Inc in South Elgin, Illinois, United States
Job Description
- Operate heavy trailer trucks
- Pick-up and safely transport goods, etc. to the intended destinations within the contiguous United States
- Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck, dryvan to prevent damage/injury
- Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery
- Communicate with dispatch as needed
- Confirm that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document
- Perform inspections of vehicle prior to and following each trip
- Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
- Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
- Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
- Track and report working hours/miles
- Adhere to Company rules and regulations
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
- Comply with DOT regulations
- Comply with ELD (Electronic Logbook) requirements
