Driver
National City
Job Description Job Description Job Description
SOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. located in San Diego, CA is a shipyard related subcontractor looking to hire a Driver .
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Driver responsible for transporting coworkers or equipment in a timely manner. Position may include nights and weekends to accomplish duties. Common qualifications and skills for drivers are to:
Must be in the San Diego area; we are not looking to relocate candidates at this time.
Qualifications:
A valid CDL class C with Hazmat Endorsement and good driving record is required
Certification in 49 CFR 170-178 DOT Hazardous Materials or attain certification within 2 months of employment to sign shipping documents such as hazardous waste manifests and Bill of Lading for transporting hazardous materials. SBSBTC can provide in-house certification
Ability to operate vehicles including vans, pickup trucks, flatbed trucks, and other equipment safely and efficiently
Able to effectively operate a manual transmission
Ability to operate and maneuver vehicles with trailers
Load securement including appropriately loading and fastening various sizes and shapes of equipment to trucks and trailers
Interior and exterior cleanliness of the car
Stay on top of necessary vehicle and equipment maintenance
Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees
Report any issues
Minimum DOT Requirements for Drivers
A valid, non-commercial driver's license
A valid CDL class C with Hazmat Endorsement
Understand DOT drum closure requirements, incompatible material, proper labeling, and placarding
Good driving record
Have a minimum of one to two years of driving experience
Have no active suspensions
Have a valid medical examiner's certificate.
Map out driving routes ahead of time to determine the most expedient trip
Listen to traffic and weather reports to stay up to date on road conditions
Adjust the route to avoid heavy traffic or road constructions, as needed
Skills:
Proven experience as a Driver
A valid driver's license, Class C CDL, and Hazmat Endorsement
A clean driving records
Familiarity with GPS devices
Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods
Ability to lift heavy equipment
Availability to occasionally take weekend and night shifts
A polite and professional communication
Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour)
Education Requirements:
High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is preferred
Valid certification (e.g ASE) is a definite plus
49 CRF 170 DOT Hazardous Materials is a plus
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
This position is labor intensive, requires lifting, loading and pushing/pulling more than 45 pounds repeatedly during work hours
It also requires reaching, squatting, and bending
The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely
Other requirements:
All positions require a pre-employment medical test. Successful completion of a pre-employment background and substance screening process including, but not limited to, employment verifications, criminal search and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) search as well continued verifications throughout employment to ensure that all records meet company policy standards
This employer participates in E-Verify. Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance. Ability to read technical English is a must. U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required). Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Travel as needed.
To respond to this ad, you:
MUST provide us with a resume
If all requirements listed above are not provided your application will not be considered.
Please respond to this ad on our website: https://sbsbtc.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Women, veterans and their spouses are encouraged to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA M/F D/V
Job Type: Full-time
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