Job Description
Job Description
Purpose of Position :
Tricont Trucking is currently seeking a Lead Class A Truck Driver to join our Distribution Center (“DC”)
The Lead Class A Truck Driver plays a vital role in ensuring the company’s continued success. This position requires a person to be dependable, focused on safety and requires a person be flexible and cooperative. The Lead CDL Driver should have all the skills of a CDL Driver and possess the ability to successfully driver, train, and mentor CDL Drivers.
Why Join Us?
- Direct Hire – No temp or seasonal work
- Full Benefits Package :
Medical & Dental Insurance
Free Vision & Life Insurance401(k) with Company Match after 2 years of serviceShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityEligibility first of the month following 30 days from hire datePaid New Hire OrientationPTO after a successful completion of 90 days probation period$500 Quarterly Safety Bonusupon meeting all safety requirementsModern Fleet – All 2020 tractors and trailers under full-service leasesManual and Automatic transmission options availableResponsibilities :
Meet with the Regional Transportation Manager, dispatch supervisor, and other members of the DC Operations Team to understand the expectations of the Lead Driver position.Become familiar the DC routes, processes and policiesDo ride a longs with drivers and learn the various routes.Continue expanding the assigned duties to include driver ride along, paperwork process for DOT, etc.Responsible for assigning drivers to loadsResponsible for assigning Trucks / Trailers to DispatchDispatching throughout the dayScheduling Driver including PTO schedulingMonitoring Elog, HOS, DVIR, vehicle inspections for accuracyMonitoring Elog system for unidentified driving and safety alertsSafety – Ride-A-Longs / Pre-Post Trip ObservationsMaintain All Equipment / RentalsSchedule PM / Maintenance through vendersWork with Regional and Fleet manager through PO issuingEnter Payroll into the TMS systemReview Payroll daily for accuracyAccident ReportingMonitor Quarterly Random Testing programMonitor Monthly Training ProgramQuarterly Safety MeetingsPaperwork retention (Scanning to TMS)Hiring Company / Lease driversTraining new driversCover routes when neededIdentify the Terminals strengths, weaknesses and opportunities.Qualifications :
Six (6)months to One (1) year Lead Driver or Supervisory experience overseeing a staff of driversClass A CDL Driver’s LicenseClean MVRAbility to pass the Tricont Trucking background check and a DOT physical including functional capacity exam and drug screenAbility to pass a criminal background checkDemonstrated ability of dealing effectively and in a cooperative manner with personnel / departmental staffKnowledge of DOT RegulationsCommitment to working as a team member for the benefit of the organization2 years recent Class A driving experience; a minimum of 6 months to a year Lead Driver experience and / or related experience overseeing staff.Schedule & pay for Kansas City, MO location :
Start Time : 7 : 00 AM- 5 : 00 PMJob Type : Full-Time
Location : Kansas City, MO
All drivers will be required to apply via ADP and Ten Street. Link to Apply : https : / / intelliapp.driverapponline.com / c / 2604Ready to drive your career forward with a company that values safety, reliability, and long-term growth? Apply today and become part of the Tricont Trucking team!
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