Shuttle Driver - Southern Motion Plant 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Properly assemble packing materials, pack finished goods and move to designated area in warehouse or load on trailer for delivery to customer.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all trailer moves to and from docks and drop yards.
• Keep the yard orderly.
• Perform basic yard jockey duties including daily yard checks.
• Monitors and ensures that safety chocks are in place for trailers during loading process and removed for return to yard area.
• Operate tractor at safe speed while on yard and shuttling finished goods or raw materials from one location to another.
• Sufficient strength and dexterity to control tractor and hitch full or empty trailer.
• Be physically able to enter/exit vehicle a combined average of 80-100 times within  an 8-10 hour shift.
• Be able to withstand changing weather conditions, rain, heat, cold, etc. 
• Assist in shipping and/or receiving area when no primary duties of spotting or shuttling are necessary.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITES

• Who is responsible for your safety?  “YOU ARE!”
• Immediately report any work related injury or illness.
• Keep the work area neat and free of hazards.  THE USE OF COMPRESSED AIR WITHOUT PROPER SAFETY NOZZLE IS PROHIBITED FOR CLEAN-UP.
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Always ensure proper lifting techniques: avoid bending and twisting at the waist whenever possible.
• Inspect tools and protective equipment before use.
• Learn the hazards of the equipment and procedures used on the job.
• Report any defective, malfunctioning, or suspicious tool, machine, or protective equipment immediately.
• Participate in safety training and safety meetings.
• Report any hazards or risks related to policies or procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES/QUALIFICATIONS

• Class A certified driver’s license.                                                                         
• 2-year Verifiable Class A Tractor Trailer experience in past 5 years.            
• Drivers are expected to meet all Southern Motion qualifications, DOT requirements and Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations                                    
• Drivers must successfully pass a road test and Physical Qualification and Examinations in accordance with DOT.                                                                                
• 1-year DOT medical certification required.                                                                     
• No more than 3 violations within the last three years, personal or commercial.      
• No DOT Recordables or Preventables in the past 3 years.                                         
• No Suspensions or Revocations in the past 5 years.                                                   
• No DUI’s.
• Must have clean Criminal Background

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic reading and writing skills required.
• Ability to read, understand and communicate the English language.

SAFETY

• Personal Protection Equipment should be worn at all times within the department as well as throughout the plant where designated.  
• Safety is enforced each day to prevent any accidents.