Crescent
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Position Summary
The Driver is responsible for the efficient and safe transportation of products to Crescent customers to fulfil customer requirements. The driver is also responsible for the timely reporting of overages, shortages and damages
As a key position, the driver will support the Business in operating as outlined in the Crescent Way and 3P’s:
Purpose
Process
People
Doing It Right
Doing It Safe
Doing It Well
Safety
Ensure Safe and well-maintained work environment and conditions throughout all work spaces, vehicles, facility and surrounding areas
Properly secure loads and assure loads are within legal weight limits
Comply with all Department of Transportation standards and regulations
Maintain a good driving record
Report any vehicle problems and defects to manager or lead
Inspect vehicles for mechanical items, safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance
People
Ensure good customer service relations by consistently delivering orders on time and acting in a courteous and professional manner
Train and monitor other drivers to ensure they work in a safe and responsible manner
Promote a Work Environment where Crescent People are valued, respected and can safely communicate, grow and develop
Productivity
Unload or assist in unloading as well as secure loads as required
All other duties as assigned, including but not limited to the identification and training of other drivers
Quality
Verify count and condition of goods loaded and unloaded
Make reports of overages, shortages and breakage/damage as needed
Ensure inventory accuracy
Customer Value
Transport and deliver product according to the schedule as determined by the lead or dispatcher to all Crescent customers
Manage customer relationships, reporting and communication to ensure customers are well informed
Financial
Improve organizational efficiency and waste reduction
Manage the correct use of all material and supplies
Report defects, accidents or violations
Cultural Competencies
Do It Right
Doing what is right for our Customers, doing what is right for our Company and doing what is right for our People. Continually improving the quality of our product and services. Monitoring and measuring every key ingredient which could negatively impact our quality. Doing it Right ensures we will always be a Premier Service Provider.
Do It Safe
Providing a safe environment and supporting our People to reach their highest potential. A safe environment where all forms of risk are assessed and controlled. A safe environment open to new ideas, where our People’s opinions and overall well-being count. A diverse environment where everyone fits and can be successful.
Do It Well
Optimizing all our resources to efficiently and effectively perform all tasks well. Our overall productivity as a company is a reflection of the thousands of activities performed well each and every day by everyone. At Crescent, our ability to Do it Well is a real source of pride valued by our customers.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Fast paced environment, requiring adaptability to constant changes in schedules, volumes, staffing and shift requirements
Must be able to climb in and out of tractor cab
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arm’s length, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Knowledge, Skills, & Capability
The ability to read instructions and perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and understand percentages.
Continually monitor the tractor/trailer and surroundings environment to make the necessary decision to best ensure safety and efficiency.
The ability to listen for understanding so to balance communication using facts and examples for the goal to instruct People to achieve their maximum potential.
The ability to accept and accommodate change.
Determining how information fits together and how the information relates to safety and efficiency.
The ability to break a problem down into steps and produce a logical timely solution.
The ability to pay attention to one’s surroundings and act in a safe and predictable manner
The ability to manage one’s time effectively, schedule and prioritize tasks in accordance with the demands of the multi-faceted position in a fast-paced work environment.
Reliance in attendance and punctuality completes assigned responsibilities to satisfaction
Cooperative and responsive to the needs of coworkers and team members; courteous and respectful in dealing with others
CDL Class A with endorsements required by classification of material hauled
Department of Transportation physical certification approval and yearly physical as necessary
High school education or equivalent
2 years verifiable experience with tractor/trailer or comparable machinery
Knowledge of Part 49 (CFR) Driver handbook
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
Ability to effectively orally communicate
Skill in operating different classes and types of trucks
Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software as required by the company
Operate their truck in a safe and responsible manner
Deliver to customers efficiently
Reliable, good attendance
Maintain a good driving record
Exhibit mutual respect for Crescent associates, customer representatives and the motoring
I am at least 18 years of age of older
I can perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation
I am a US Citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the US on an unrestricted basis
$24—$24 USD
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