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This position will be located in: Fargo , ND
Job Summary
Supports the operation functions of the warehouse and delivery services.
Provides delivery of materials to customer sites or branch locations.
Maintains a clean vehicle, daily driver logs and daily vehicle inspection
reports. Completes truck summary, drivers log and other back detail daily.
Assists with loading and unloading material and provides exceptional customer
service.
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.
Pole Drivers
Drives over-length vehicles in tight turning areas, highway traffic and off-
road conditions
Working 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 neede
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 guide ines 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:
< than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally