Tractor Trailer Driver at BCI Acrylic in Libertyville, IL

The Tractor-Trailer Driver will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials to customers in a timely and professional manner.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.

• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.

• Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.

• Assists with loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.

• Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete.

• Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Shipping Supervisor.

• Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.

• Ability to remain focused in busy environment.

Education and Experience:

• Must hold required commercial driver’s license appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated.
• Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations.
• 2-year minimum experience
• Valid DOT card

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to travel frequently.
• Sleeping in cab
• Operate pallet jack