Express Employment Professionals is seeking a dedicated and skilled Truck Driver to join an Athena, OR based business.
As a Truck Driver, you will be responsible for transporting freight safely between the warehouses in Athena, Milton-Freewater, and Helix efficiently while adhering to all traffic regulations and company policies.
Duties
- Drive assigned routes to deliver freight to designated locations in a timely manner.
- Load and unload cargo as required, ensuring that all items are secured properly for transport.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, routes traveled, and cargo delivered.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and any issues that may arise during transport.
- Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations while on the road.
Requirements
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for the type of vehicle being operated.
- Ability to operate a forklift is a plus.
- Familiarity with manual transmission vehicles is preferred.
- Strong understanding of route driving and logistics.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.
- Commitment to safety practices and procedures while on the road.