ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Assist dispatcher with planning route to insure most economical use of time and equipment.
- Ability to operate a spreader vehicle and spread the fertilizer on a golf course.
- Ability to operate truck mounted crane to load spreader vehicle with fertilizer to be custom applied.
- Deliver and pickup products to customers and get receiving tickets signed.
- Maintain contact with dispatcher via radio and telephone on a continuous basis and report any delays or problems.
- Maintain truck mileage log as required by DOT regulations.
- Perform routine inspection on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to supervisor; clean equipment.
- Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
- Unload products, via donkey if required, at customers’ sites.
- Provide customer service any time it is necessary.
- Complete paperwork required by customer or Harrell’s.
- Secure load prior to each run.
- Must represent Harrell’s in a positive manner at all times.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and Local ordinances affecting this position.
- Ensure compliance with all Company policies and programs.
- Maintain valid licenses, certifications and/or permits required to perform responsibilities.
- Ensure timely processing of system information and proper documentation concerning inventory transactions (shipments, transfers, receipts, changes in cost/price, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:- Minimum High School Degree or GED equivalent preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:- Two years’ experience as a driver preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:- Must maintain a current and valid CDL license and physical certification. (Class A License)
SKILLS AND ABILITES:- Must show good knowledge of geographical area to facilitate efficient routing.
- Ability to drive a donkey to unload materials
- Ability to read directions and a street map to plot delivery if necessary.
- Ability to maintain driving hours log.
- Able to carry out a series of work instructions without constant supervision.
- Must be able to lift up to sixty pounds regularly in order to load and deliver products.
- Ability to tip and roll a three hundred pound drum of chemicals.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- Prolonged sitting and driving a heavy duty vehicle – must be able to climb, sit, see, hear, grasp, and steer a vehicle in motion.
- Communicating with internal and external customers - must be able to talk, hear, see, and comprehend; must be able to use a mobile phone.
- Load and unload trucks – must be able to lift minimum of 60 pounds regularly in order to load and deliver products, some manually as well as with a forklift, must be able to stand, walk, reach, lift, carry, pull, push, bend, and grasp.
WORKING CONDITIONS:- Work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.
- Must be able to work in severe weather conditions, both heat and cold.
- Exposed to various traffic conditions and possible construction.
- Occasionally may be exposed to noise levels that exceed a normal threshold.
- May be required to travel overnight (site specific).
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:- Must wear steel-toed boots.
- Recommended: Safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, back brace, and safety attire as noted by guides provided in specific areas. These items will be provided by Harrell’s upon request.
- Personal Protective Equipment must be worn in accordance with SDS recommendations.
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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Harrell’s LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Protected Veterans/Disabled.
This company will provide Equal Opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, GINA, and age.