DRIVER at Eagle Labs Inc – Largo, Florida
About This Position
GENERAL PURPOSE
The purpose of this job description is to outline the key responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for drivers at Eagle Labs Inc. This role is essential for picking up goods and materials, verifying load accuracy, and delivering them as instructed. Candidates should be able to load and unload cargo effectively and possess strong organizational skills. Key qualities include reliability, time management, patience, and safe driving practices. communication skills, mechanical knowledge, alertness, Safety, and stress management. Experience is required for this role, including basic vehicle maintenance. Additionally, knowledge of construction tools and safety practices is essential to ensure compliance with all work policies and processes.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle
Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
Ensuring any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving
Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
Complying with truck driving rules and regulations
Reporting defects, accidents, and violations
Performing daily maintenance of truck (refueling, cleaning, etc.)
Loading and unloading box trucks with forklifts and pallet jacks
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A valid driver's license
- A clean driving record with no history of accidents
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency
- Successful completion of a DOT physical exam by a nationally certified medical examiner to demonstrate physical fitness for driving
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of driving a truck 26 ft or larger
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to drive/ stand/walk for extended periods; experience in loading and unloading while using a pallet jack; ability to reliably move heavy materials; strong time management skills; commitment to safe driving practices; high attention to detail; and the ability to work effectively within a team.
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