Truck Driver

Why Merit? At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world. WORK SHIFT DAY SUMMARY OF DUTIES Responsible for operating tractor trailer truck in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies. Safely transports cargo to and from specified destinations. Performs routine maintenance on tractor trailer and contacts management when repairs and scheduled maintenance are required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED * Operates tractor trailer truck to transport cargo to and from specified destinations. * Verifies shipping documentation is accurate and matches the loaded product. * May be required to load/unload cargo. * Ensures loaded product is secured by strapping to maintain load integrity, minimizing shifting and damage. * Performs required inspection of tractor trailer before/after trip and completes required paperwork. * Ensures needed repairs or maintenance issues are documented and management is notified promptly. * Performs minor emergency road service. * Maintains safe mobile telephone contact with supervisor or dispatcher to receive delivery or pickup instructions. * Maintains logs and records in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Department of Transportation (DOT) and company policies as required. * Performs other related duties and tasks as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS * Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply. * Writing * Sitting * Standing * Bending * Vision * Color perception * Depth perception * Reading * Field of vision/peripheral * Fine motor skills * Noise SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Education equivalent to a High School Diploma with five years of current verifiable truck operating experience. * Must hold valid CDL driver's license. * Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance procedures. * Good organizational skills. * Excellent driving record with no driving accidents in the past three years or more than one driving ticket in the past three years. * Meet the DOT and FMCSR requirements. * Forklift experience preferred. * Per Department of Transportation regulations you must be at least 21 years of age. COMPETENCIES * Tractor trailer truck driving * Routine truck maintenance/maintenance logs * LTL shipment delivery COMMENTS Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure. As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following: * Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights * Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days) * Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic * Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias * Employee Garden | Gardening Classes * 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays * 401K | Health Savings Account To see more on our culture, go to /careers.

Created: 2024-10-22