Truck Driver

Sunbelt Solomon is looking for a Truck Driver and offering a $2500 sign on bonus! The Truck Driver is responsible for transporting transformer units and materials to their assigned locations, ensuring timely delivery in a safe and efficient manner. Compliance with all safety requirements, transportation regulations and company policies are essential functions of this role.

• Operate trucks safely, following all traffic laws and adhering to company policies and procedures.

• Load and unload transformer units and materials, ensuring that items are properly secured during transit.

• Plan and follow the best routes, taking into account traffic and weather conditions to ensure timely delivery of goods.

• Conduct regular vehicle inspections to maintain its safe operation, identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues that require attention.

• Communicate effectively with team members, dispatchers and clients, updating on delivery statuses and possible delays.

• Adhere to safety protocols, such as wearing seat belts and personal protective equipment when required.

• Complete delivery logs and other necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

• Communicate courteously with other drivers, pedestrians, and road users.

• Interacting professionally with clients and notating customer preferences, acting as a contact for the company

• Compensation is paid by the mile. Drivers can expect to drive an average of 1500-2500 miles per week; however, this can vary based on business needs

• HS diploma/GED required.

• 2 years working experience as a truck driver required.

• Valid Class A CDL required.

• OTR flatbed experience required.

• Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles required.

• ELD (Electronic Logging Device) experience preferred.

• Able to maintain HAZMAT endorsement.

• Clean and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

• Basic knowledge of truck maintenance and repair, including identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues

• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.

• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.

• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.

• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:

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  • Driving for long durations
  
  

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  • Bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting a minimum of 50lbs when unloading and securing cargo.