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Driver - Local at Bulk Environmental & Industrial in Chattanooga, TN
Job Description
Driver - Local
Full Time · Location: Chattanooga, TN, US
JOB SUMMARY:
The Driver-Local is a regional or on-site commercial driver who moves ("mules") loaded and empty trailers over short distances — between job sites, transfer stations, landfills, staging yards and terminals — or works on a customer job site shuttling loads as directed. This position supports efficient, safe loading and transport operations and returns home daily. This position is paid on an hourly basis and reports to the Driver Manager (or the Terminal Operations Coordinator at small terminals).
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely operates tractors and trailers to shuttle loaded and empty trailers between job sites, transfer stations, landfills, staging yards and terminals.
- Works on customer job sites moving loads as directed by the Driver Manager, Field Operations Manager or site supervisor.
- Completes thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurate Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs); reports defects immediately.
- Accurately records hours worked and hours of service as required, using the ELD or company timekeeping system.
- Hooks and unhooks trailers safely, checking fifth-wheel, kingpin, air and electrical connections.
- Ensures loads are properly secured, tarped and within legal weight limits before moving on public roads.
- Coordinates with loader operators, tippers, tarpers and scale house personnel to keep trailers moving and minimize wait time.
- Completes trip sheets, scale tickets and other paperwork accurately.
- Follows all customer site, transfer station and landfill rules, including speed limits, PPE and traffic-flow procedures.
- Reports all accidents, incidents, injuries and property damage immediately in accordance with company policy.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Minimum of 2 years of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience; experience on construction, landfill or waste sites a plus.
- Must meet all DOT/FMCSA driver qualification requirements, including a valid DOT medical examiner's certificate.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and safety history that meets company and insurance standards.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and participate in the DOT random testing program.
- Skilled at backing, maneuvering and hooking/unhooking trailers in tight and congested areas.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends and overtime as required.
- Strong commitment to safety and good communication skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Travel Required: ☐Yes ☒ No If yes, % of time: ______
Physical Demands
This position requires the employee to sit for extended periods while driving and to frequently climb in and out of the cab and onto trailer steps and decks. The employee will regularly bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds when hooking and unhooking trailers, cranking landing gear, and handling tarps, doors and equipment, and must meet DOT physical qualification standards. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
Working Conditions
This job is performed in a commercial vehicle and outdoors at job sites, transfer stations, landfills and yards, with exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures, noise, dust, odors, uneven terrain and moving vehicles and heavy equipment. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when outside the vehicle at job sites. The employee may be required to work early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as operations require.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required for the position. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
EOE
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