Truck Driver - SDCA in San Diego, CA at Austal

SUPERVISES:  N/A

SUMMARY:  Drive company vehicles to pick up, move and deliver materials in a safe, accurate and efficient manner.

AUTHORITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out all tasks issued by the Logistics Supervisor/Foreman in a safe and conscientious manner, paying special attention to the quality of workmanship and value time management constantly.
• Drive Austal Vehicle(s) to transport material to and from specified destinations to include but not limited to out lying production and storage facilities, suppliers, and/or locations throughout the main yard.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes in order to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
• Verify insurance cards and current registration are always present in vehicle operating.
• Load/Unload trucks, vans, or automobiles as required.

• Obey all applicable traffic laws, and DOT regulations for safe driving and transport of freight.
• Audit deliveries and pickups made to internal and external customers for completeness and accuracy.  Present bills and/or receipts, and collect signature for goods delivered or loaded.

• Read maps, and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers, and work packages against work package lists or via hand-held electronic device.
• Record inventory transactions (moves, issue, etc.) via paper, computer or electronic scanner device as required in the course of making material moves.
• Turn in delivery receipts and movement documents, etc. to supervisor daily.
• As necessary, maintain in conjunction with Supervisor, records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
• Perform emergency repairs such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, etc.
• Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles and report traffic delays or accidents to supervisor immediately via telephone or other means of communication.
• Assist with warehouse and other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess/maintain current Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Minimum two years commercial driving experience required
• HazMat Certification required
• Familiarity with Dept. of Transportation rules and regulations.
• Experience in effective operation of material handling equipment such as forklifts, combi-lifts, etc. required.
• Read maps, and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write basic correspondence.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division required.

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ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

• 18 years of age or older at time of application
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing to submit to a background check

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit. 

Specific physical requirements include the following:

Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Perform prolonged standing (2-3 hour intervals). Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis. Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis (0-33% of the day). Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis (34-66% of the day). Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps). Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts. Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead). Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles. Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment. Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards. Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures. Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time (33-66% of the day). Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. Able to utilize adequate visual skills. Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down. Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold.  The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks. 

TRAINING:

The Logistics Supervisor/Foreman shall ensure Truck Driver have the necessary training to fulfill the requirements of their position.  This will include any required skill upgrades as well as a basic understanding of relevant company policies, procedures, and standards.

COMPENSATION: Salary range depends on relevant experience.

$ 39.67 / Hourly

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.