CDL Driver
Border States, Richmond, VA, United States
Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you\'re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Richmond, VA
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Provides delivery of material to customer sites or other branch locations.
Maintains delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage data.
Maintains daily driver logs and daily vehicle inspection reports (DVIR).
Completes truck summary, driver\'s log and other backup detail daily.
Must observe and adhere to all local, state, and federal DOT regulations and BSE driver policies.
Must have a full understanding of truck routes and may coordinate deliveries with our own trucks.
Loads and unloads material at the branch and customer locations.
Supports the operation functions of the warehouse.
Warehouse Functions
Recieves incoming freight and checks the material for damages and shortages.
Distributes material to the proper stock locations.
Checks and packs materials, and fills orders to be delivered to customers.
Pole Drivers
Drives over-length vehicles in tight turning areas, highway traffic and off-road conditions.
Works on job sites and in pole yards while handling large poles using special material handling equipment.
Rigs oversize loads to pole trailers for proper hauling on public highways.
Works on construction sites and ROW\'s (Right of Ways) with uneven terrain and unloading conditions.
Travels in rail yards and unloads poles off of rail cars.
CDL Trainees
Must complete on-site or local training center driver training courses to acquire a CDL license.
Becomes familiar and can effectively complete pre/post trip vehicle inspections and cargo securement techniques.
Completes training and can utilize technology used in/on the vehicles such as Drive Cam, Encompass, handheld capture/POD devices DVIR/E-log.
Understands required equipment/info in vehicle: Cab card, insurance card, IFTA permits/decals, Accident kit (and when to use it), fire extinguisher, spill kit, safety triangles, etc.
Completes orientation to vehicle (box truck, curtain side, Moffett, lift gate, etc.) and special equipment (Moffett, Pole crane trucks, etc.).
Drives with BSE CDL Driver Mentor during training process.
Non-essential Functions
May be responsible for conducting Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) as part of their daily route.
May perform warehouse functions including, but not limited to, order filling, stocking shelves, processing returns, receiving and shipping, as needed.
May check and pack material to be delivered.
Performs/assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager.
Qualifications
Prefer a minimum of a two-year business/trade degree or equivalent in work experience.
Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and good knowledge of electrical products/systems is preferred.
Minimum of 21 years of age is required.
Clean driving record is essential.
A valid Class A (or B) CDL driver\'s license for the state of residence along with a current medical certification is required. (Trainees must successfully complete the CDL driving state test when training is complete.)
Ability to read, write and speak in English required.
Working knowledge of PC for Windows, Internet, Email and SAP software is a plus.
Pole Drivers must be very familiar with State regulations for over size load permits, flagging and chase vehicles.
Skills and Abilities
Performs all aspects of the job as accurately and efficiently as possible while providing exceptional customer service at all times.
Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing and speaking English) skills.
Ability to effectively plan and organize.
Physical Requirements
Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):
Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently 34 - 66% Continuously 67 - 100%
Lift from Floor to Waist:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Above Waist Lift:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Unilateral Carry:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Bilateral Carry:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Physical Activity
Frequency in a typical day:
Sitting (continuous)
Standing (occasionally)
Walking (frequently)
Bending/Stooping (occasionally)
Crawling (not at all)
Climbing/Walking Stairs (occasionally)
Reaching (continuously)
Crouching/Squatting (not at all)
Kneeling (occasionally)
Balancing (frequently)
Repetitive Motion (occasionally)
Trunk Rotation (occasionally)
Pushing/Pulling (occasionally)
Handling (continuously)
Fingering (frequently)
Talking (occasionally)
Driving (continuously)
Desk Work (occasionally)
Use of tools (frequently)
Hearing (continuously)
Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions (frequently)
Travel (not at all)
Additional Information
This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer\'s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Provides delivery of material to customer sites or other branch locations.
Maintains delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage data.
Maintains daily driver logs and daily vehicle inspection reports (DVIR).
Completes truck summary, driver\'s log and other backup detail daily.
Must observe and adhere to all local, state, and federal DOT regulations and BSE driver policies.
Must have a full understanding of truck routes and may coordinate deliveries with our own trucks.
Loads and unloads material at the branch and customer locations.
Supports the operation functions of the warehouse.
Warehouse Functions
Recieves incoming freight and checks the material for damages and shortages.
Distributes material to the proper stock locations.
Checks and packs materials, and fills orders to be delivered to customers.
Pole Drivers
Drives over-length vehicles in tight turning areas, highway traffic and off-road conditions.
Works on job sites and in pole yards while handling large poles using special material handling equipment.
Rigs oversize loads to pole trailers for proper hauling on public highways.
Works on construction sites and ROW\'s (Right of Ways) with uneven terrain and unloading conditions.
Travels in rail yards and unloads poles off of rail cars.
CDL Trainees
Must complete on-site or local training center driver training courses to acquire a CDL license.
Becomes familiar and can effectively complete pre/post trip vehicle inspections and cargo securement techniques.
Completes training and can utilize technology used in/on the vehicles such as Drive Cam, Encompass, handheld capture/POD devices DVIR/E-log.
Understands required equipment/info in vehicle: Cab card, insurance card, IFTA permits/decals, Accident kit (and when to use it), fire extinguisher, spill kit, safety triangles, etc.
Completes orientation to vehicle (box truck, curtain side, Moffett, lift gate, etc.) and special equipment (Moffett, Pole crane trucks, etc.).
Drives with BSE CDL Driver Mentor during training process.
Non-essential Functions
May be responsible for conducting Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) as part of their daily route.
May perform warehouse functions including, but not limited to, order filling, stocking shelves, processing returns, receiving and shipping, as needed.
May check and pack material to be delivered.
Performs/assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager.
Qualifications
Prefer a minimum of a two-year business/trade degree or equivalent in work experience.
Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and good knowledge of electrical products/systems is preferred.
Minimum of 21 years of age is required.
Clean driving record is essential.
A valid Class A (or B) CDL driver\'s license for the state of residence along with a current medical certification is required. (Trainees must successfully complete the CDL driving state test when training is complete.)
Ability to read, write and speak in English required.
Working knowledge of PC for Windows, Internet, Email and SAP software is a plus.
Pole Drivers must be very familiar with State regulations for over size load permits, flagging and chase vehicles.
Skills and Abilities
Performs all aspects of the job as accurately and efficiently as possible while providing exceptional customer service at all times.
Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing and speaking English) skills.
Ability to effectively plan and organize.
Physical Requirements
Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):
Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently 34 - 66% Continuously 67 - 100%
Lift from Floor to Waist:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Above Waist Lift:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Unilateral Carry:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Bilateral Carry:
Less than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
101+ lbs. - Not at all
Physical Activity
Frequency in a typical day:
Sitting (continuous)
Standing (occasionally)
Walking (frequently)
Bending/Stooping (occasionally)
Crawling (not at all)
Climbing/Walking Stairs (occasionally)
Reaching (continuously)
Crouching/Squatting (not at all)
Kneeling (occasionally)
Balancing (frequently)
Repetitive Motion (occasionally)
Trunk Rotation (occasionally)
Pushing/Pulling (occasionally)
Handling (continuously)
Fingering (frequently)
Talking (occasionally)
Driving (continuously)
Desk Work (occasionally)
Use of tools (frequently)
Hearing (continuously)
Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions (frequently)
Travel (not at all)
Additional Information
This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer\'s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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