Job Description

Job Description Summary/objective Drives truck and trailer to haul logs in a safe and efficient manner to designated company or customer locations in Northern California. Essential functions Complete pre-trip/post-trip inspections of truck and cargo. Monitor condition of equipment and report all issues immediately. Load and unload trailers by operating equipment as needed. Drives truck and trailer to haul logs from logging sites to log deck or mill. Follow all customer designated safety procedures. Deliver products and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner. Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skill in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations: such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, or in tight loading/unloading areas off highway and private dirt roads. Abides by all Company, DOT, State and Federal transportation safety regulations. May need to cut or remove pieces of bark from load prior to transporting using various small tools including hand ax. Ensures load is properly secured and weight is evenly distributed on truck and trailer. Checks binders and wrappers to ensure the load is secure. Inspects tractor, trailer and equipment for defects and safe operating condition before (pre-trip) and after trips as applicable also when stopped during the workday and submits a driver's daily vehicle inspection report on the condition no later than the end of each day. Performs basic preventative maintenance to ensure fluid levels and tire pressures are maintained. Brake adjustments are the responsibility of the driver to ensure they are properly adjusted daily. Maintains records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations including driver's logs, records of fuel purchases, mileage records and other records required by law, or by Company standards. Ensures that all shipping documentation (bills of landing, weight tickets, etc.) required to move with shipment are available for inspection, that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipments when delivered, and that signed bills of lading for proof of delivery are turned in daily. Reports all accidents/incidents involving driver or company equipment immediately after incident occurs to Supervisor. Promptly report any delays due to breakdown, weather or traffic conditions, or other emergencies. Reports if there are regular delays or abnormal delays in getting unloaded or loaded, or in the event of irregularities relating to pick up, and/or delivery of logs and/or heavy equipment. Participate, support, and comply with all health, safety initiatives, and requirements. Continually follow all DOT requirements. Maintain equipment (chains, binders, safety equipment) to ensure it is in proper working order. Qualifications A minimum of two years related experience, hauling between 80k to 100k weight. This position requires a Class "A" Drivers' License, current DOT physical examination card, and clean DMV record. Log hauling experience is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure or legal manuals. Ability to complete/write regular documents related to the truck and delivery of materials. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and calculate load weight. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points. Ability to remain focused in a busy environment. Competencies:

• Accurate Completion of all Inspection Forms: Forms and documents are clearly written and completed in a timely manner.
• Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job, accurately checking processes and tasks, being watchful over a period of time.
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to continuous change and business needs.
• Respect: Shows respect for diverse perspectives, skills, and backgrounds of team members. Fosters an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected.
• Cleanliness and Organization: The ability to maintain a worksite that is orderly, clean, and free from hazards, ensuring that the environment supports efficiency, safety, and productivity. Regular upkeep of workspaces, adherence to cleanliness protocols, and proactive management of potential risks.
• Dependability/Reliability: Can be relied upon to complete tasks and meet deadlines, demonstrates a high level of reliability in all aspects of work, maintains regular attendance and punctuality, and meets commitments consistently.
• Proactive Maintenance: Regularly inspects the worksite to identify and address cleanliness and organizational issues before they become problems. Reports any maintenance or repair needs promptly to ensure timely resolution.
• Time Management: The ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Safety Compliance: Identifies and addresses potential safety hazards related to cleanliness and organization, such as spills, clutter, or obstructed walkways. Adheres to safety regulations and protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
• Decision Making/Judgement: The ability to recognize and respond to problems, systematically gather information, sort through complex issues, seek input from others, address root cause of issues, make timely decisions, make difficult decisions, use consensus when possible, and communicate decisions to others.
• Knowledge of Position: Understanding of principles, practices, and standards of job or department.
• Productivity: Manages a fair workload, volunteers for additional work, prioritizes tasks, develops good work procedures, manages time well, and handles information flow.
• Quality of Work: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Supervisory responsibilities None Work environment All work is performed outside in all types of various weather (i.e. heat, cold, wind, sun and inclement weather, etc.) Exposure to all types of terrain. Exposure to all elements of nature on a regular basis. Exposure to loud noise Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dust, etc. Physical demands While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 12 hours (intrastate); must be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals; must be able to perform bending to dig, pick up and or throw binders and wrappers with chains. Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle's cab 8 to 10 times a day or more. Cab floor level is generally from 36 to 66 inches above ground level with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and handholds; also requires bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching, reaching (including above shoulders), pulling, pushing and balancing. Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs. Must be able to spend at least 85% of the day sitting, 15% of the day walking on surfaces such as wood, dirt, asphalt and metal which are sometimes slippery and wet. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May use a double bit ax or shovel to dig. Ability to adjust trailer brakes by squatting or kneeling using small hand tools. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, moving equipment, and truck vibration. The road conditions may at times be slippery and/or dusty from dirt. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Ability to work and drive in a variety of weather conditions. Travel required Position travels outside the local area but usually within Northern California. Required education and experience Commercial driving: 2-3 years (Required) Clean Driving Record: 5 years (Required) Preferred education and experience High School education or equivalent. (Preferred) A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Additional eligibility requirements Must be able to drive a manual transmission, 18-Speed

• Must hold required commercial driver's license appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated.
• Must pass drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations.

Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Permanent employment, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work,

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