Tractor Trailer (CDL Class A)

Job Title: Tractor Trailer (CDL Class A)

Department: Donated Goods Retail (DGR)

Reports To: Director of Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time 10 hour days

Schedule: Night Shift (Over Night)

Pay Range: $28.50 per hour

Address: 7960 Long Point Rd, Houston, TX 77055

Mission Support:

Goodwill Houston (GWH) is leading change, connecting people, and improving potential for the future of work. We educate, train, and hire individuals with barriers to employment to help them thrive. We connect people, families, and communities to improve lives and to meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow. Powered, in part, by donations and retail customers, we change lives through the power of work.

Position Summary:

A Class A Driver will safely operate GWH and/or leased vehicles and trailers to distribute goods and equipment to multiple retail locations in the greater Houston area. Complete swaps as assigned. Local daily routes will be assigned to ensure the timely and efficient flow of goods. The standard start time of 7AM and end time of approximately 5:30PM.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver and pick-up goods and equipment from GWH retail locations.
• Safely deliver truck loads within the assigned timeframe.
• Must safely secure and transport empty equipment to GWH locations.
• Always use safe driving practices.
• Complete daily inspection reports and report all defects to Dispatch and/or the Supervisor.
• Complete daily routes as assigned.
• Maintain contact with Dispatch and the Supervisor for routing and instructions.
• Transport merchandise in a safe, efficient manner.
• Collaborate with the team members at the location to safely load vehicles.
• Notify Supervisor and Dispatch of all unplanned stops or any action that would interfere with the assigned routes.
• Must be punctual and have dependable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
  
  
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate professionalism and presents a friendly, cooperative attitude.
• Adheres to all GWH Policies & Procedures, Loss Prevention & Safety Regulations and GWH Guiding Principles.
• Must be able to work 10 to 14 hrs. per day, four (4) days a week with flexibility to work a 5th day as needed.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, make quick decisions and work in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment.
• Must maintain an appropriate appearance and adhere to GWH’s dress code.
• Must conduct work in a safe manner and report all accident and/or injuries immediately.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Free from drugs and alcohol.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid class A TX Driver’s License.
• 1-2 years of driving experience is preferred.
• Ability to communicate, read and write in English.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with a variety of personality types.
• Must have reliable transportation.
  
  
  

Critical Performance Factors/Key Performing Indicators:

• Safe Miles Driven
• Dwell Time
• On Time Deliveries
• Out of Route Miles
• Set Run Execution %
  
  
  

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The ability to continuously stand/walk for duration of shift, frequently push/pull, occasionally bend/stoop/crawl/kneel/reach above shoulders and climb a ladder. Able to lift, up to, 40 lbs. (fixture parts, cartons of product) and occasionally move up to 100 lbs.

Must posses the ability to get in and out of and drive a heavy-duty truck. Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time.

Indoor work environment with exposure to outside temperatures. The noise level in the normal work environment is, usually, moderate.

I understand this job description, requirements and that I am expected to complete all assigned duties. I understand that the job functions may change, and I may be transferred to another location at the discretion of Management.