Driver Apprentice-Road

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination, picking up and delivering trailers between service centers and/or turn-point locations. Responsibilities may include non-driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks

Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections on equipment

Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer

Maintain accurate daily logs

Verify and complete required documentation and reports

Communicate with and follow Dispatch instructions regarding events including, but not limited to, delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc., as required

Comply with hazardous material regulations and company procedures, and confirm placarding matches hazmat shipments, as r...