CDL Truck Driver
McFarlanes'Truck Driver Reports to: Supervisor, Logistics Dept: Mfg Transport FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Full-time JOB SUMMARY: Operate commercial motor vehicle flatbed to transport fabricated steel or manufactured tillage equipment out of manufacturing facility to distant point(s) and return; opportunity to support handling of material or assembly of product when not driving. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The Truck Driver is responsible for hauling McFarlane products to their destination on flat bed trailers and may contribute to material handling or assembly functions as available. Specifically : Inspect vehicle and required parts and accessories to determine in safe operating condition prior to departure and incrementally throughout trip. Check shipping papers to determine nature of load and any special hazards; check load itself and methods of securing it. Operate vehicle in compliance with company rules and all applicable state and federal regulations, and in accordance with accepted principles of safe driving. Deliver freight to consignees, including oversized loads with specific permit instructions, using common sense and consideration to unique job sites and related constraints. Pick up freight as required. Report promptly any delays that will affect pick-up or delivery appointments. Ensure brakes of highway trucks are set and wheel chocks placed under the rear wheels to prevent truck rolling while boarded with powered industrial trucks. Load and unload freight as required; chaining, strapping, and tarping loads as needed. Report all accidents, incidents of equipment damage involving driver or company equipment. Maintain trip records as required; maintain compliance with state and federal regulations including driver’s logs, records of fuel purchases, mileage records, etc., utilizing e-log in addition to paper logs as needed. Ensure proper use and care of all equipment assigned for performance of duties. Assist with handling of material by safely and securely moving/ maneuvering and stacking/ storing inventory and finished products around facility, as available. Assist with final assembly, as available. Perform other related work as required. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE : 1. HS Diploma or equivalent. 2. Class A CDL with minimum 1-year continuous current driving record. Verifiable Previous 3-years Driving Employment History with clean MVR. 3. Previous flatbed experience, preferred. 4. Ability to meet DOT 49 CFR 391.41 Requirements/ Qualifications. 5. Fork truck certified or ability to become certified. 6. Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English. 7. Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards. 8. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 9. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: 49 CFR 391.41 (if Applicable); Driver must be able to sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor; Driver must be able to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb, as necessary, to perform vehicle inspections; Must wear safety glasses while in the factory; Demonstrates accountability for all safety procedures, leading by example. Compensation based upon experience. Competitive benefits offered include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, 401k with match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, McFarlanes’ Retail Service Center employee discount, EAP, company events, and more! To be considered for this opportunity, please apply by sending resume to: HR at McFarlane Mfg. Co., P.O. Box 100, Sauk City, WI 53583 or email resume to HR@mcfarlanemfg.com; complete application online at www.mcfarlanemfg.com or in person at McFarlanes’ Retail Service Center, 780 Carolina Street, Sauk City, WI