Class A CDL Truck Driver
Kansas Ethanol, LLCDETAILS: Drivers work 4 shifts on followed by 2 shifts off on a continuous rotation. Shifts are approximately 10-12 hours. Local driving only. Seeking day and night shift applicants. Shift differential available to night drivers. Job Purpose Safely load and deliver products from one location to another while maintaining compliance of all state and federal traffic laws. Performs the following duties personally. Supervision/Direction The supervisor provides continuing or individual assignments by indicating generally what is to be done, limitations, quality and quantity expected, deadlines, and priority of assignments. The supervisor provides additional, specific instructions for new, difficult, or unusual assignments including suggested work methods or advice on source material available. Essential Functions Essential Functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip inspection. Maintain cleanliness of truck or other company owned equipment. Perform daily truck log input data. Perform daily maintenance/checklist on truck. Coordinate and communicate with dispatchers. Secure cargo and properly arrange/balance within trailer. Comply with truck driving state and federal rules and regulations and follow all traffics laws. Report defects, accidents, and violations. Verify loads and final destination for accuracy. Interact with customers in a professional manner. Assist training new drivers/employees as needed. Other assignments or projects as requested by any member of management. Qualifications and Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, competency, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid CDL License Good driving record (must be insurable) and knowledge of DOT regulations (no recent moving or driving violations) Proven work experience as a Truck Driver Communication and Reading Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Communicates clearly, persuasively, and professionally in positive or negative situations; adapts communication style to fit the individual(s) and the situation; asks questions to gain understanding of situations and individual needs; listens to others without interrupting and gets clarification. Communicates with tact and diplomacy when delivering tough messages. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public. Cognitive Abilities: Reasoning, Problem Solving, Analysis Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to make good decisions, including exhibiting sound and accurate judgment; supporting and explaining reasoning for decisions; including the appropriate people in decision-making process; making timely decisions; and identifying when issues should be referred to appropriate leadership. Interpersonal Skills Adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, chan…