Box Truck Driver

Since 1967, Tucker Door & Trim has been a well-respected wholesale distributor and manufacturer of doors, windows, and specialty millwork for the construction industry.

Tucker Door & Trim boasts an ever-growing fleet of tractor-trailers and box trucks making regular deliveries to wholesale customers throughout the Southeastern United States, including Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina.

We have immediate opening for a Box Truck Driver at our Monroe, GA facility. 

Job Overview 

Accomplishes Operational Excellence by providing exceptional customer service for external and internal customers. 

Requirements 

• At least 18 months of proven experience in operating appropriate commercial vehicle 

• Excellent driving record (No recent moving of driving violations) 

• Extensive knowledge of D.O.T. rules and regulations 

• Able to pass D.O.T. physical 

• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, Etc.) 

• The ability to drive long hours and travel regularly 

• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, ELD, Etc.) 

• Mathematical aptitude 

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills 

• Good written and verbal communications skills 

• Highly organized, detail oriented, and self-motivated 

• Able to lift up to 50# and push and pull heavy objects 

• Proficiency in operating electronic equipment (Ex: RF scanners) 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Follow of D.O.T. rules and regulations 

• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventive maintenance 

• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures 

• Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers 

• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules 

• Report accidents and violations 

• Loading and unloading material on trailer / box truck 

• Maintains vehicle cleanliness 

• Communicating issues with management 

• Attention to detail and problem-solving 

• Strong organizational and planning skills 

• Able to work with other team members to accomplish tasks and goals  

• Adhering to safety management standards 

Specific areas of responsibility:

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any defects immediately 

• Log into ELD daily and follow hours of service rules and regulations 

• Unload and load trailer / box truck at customer sites, Tucker Door facilities and vendors 

• Ensure customer pickups are done in a timely fashion 

• Report immediately any quantity discrepancies 

• Obtain customer signature at time of delivery on electronic device 

• Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process 

• Ensure material is secured that is loaded into trailers 

• Report any damaged product immediately 

• Attend safety meetings and complete safety training in a timely fashion 

• Immediately report to management any hazards in the workplace 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance