Commercial Licensed Driver

Job DetailsJob Location: Nation Wide - Sterling Heights, MI 48314Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: High School or EquivalentTravel Percentage: Road WarriorLicensed to operate ‘A’ tractor and trailer or ‘B’ straight truck with airbrakes to and from event site.  Maintains and records all documentation for truck services.  Also, extensive travel required for providing set up, operation and teardown of programs. 

Responsibilities:


Drive gasoline or diesel-powered tractor trailer combination, pickups with tag behinds, or box trucks, usually long distances
Apply knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skills at all times
Maintain driver log according to D.O.T. regulations and submit trip to reports to Program Manager in accordance based on predetermined deadlines
Inspect truck equipment and supplies before and after trips and submit condition report within weight limitations of the assigned truck and trailer
May perform emergency roadside repairs (changing tires or installing light bulbs) and always notify Program Manager and Transportation Manager of all repairs
Maintain daily telephone contact with Program Manager while traveling
Responsible for all truck receipts, trip reports, log books and expense reports
Submit to drug testing as required by law
Assist workers in loading and unloading trucks
Perform on site duties on event days
Adheres to all policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, including all safety policies and amended rules and regulations, such as the Hands Free Cell Phone Policy
Responsible for vehicle walk around prior to leaving the warehouse with any vehicle
Must be willing to team drive on occasion, pending the parameters of the assigned event (rare)
 
QualificationsEducation:


High School diploma or equivalent
Class ‘A’ Endorsement 
Pass driving test
Valid Medical Card


Experience:


Strong leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills to possibly lead a CDLA team when asked
Excellent problem solving skills
Trained in all areas required of Event Specialist functions, including knowledge of various tent style assemblies 
Over-the-road experience preferred 


Skills:


Superior organization and multi-tasking skills
Ability to provide leadership and direction to maximize staff productivity


Schedule:


Ability to travel throughout year
Must be flexible with work schedules