Class A Driver

Xylem

(Kent, Washington)

Full Time Travel Required

Job Posting Details

About Xylem

Xylem. Derived from classical Greek, our name refers to the supporting tissues that help transport water and nutrients from a plant's roots to its leaves.

Summary

Godwin, a Xylem brand, offers challenging and rewarding careers for highly motivated individuals. We are currently seeking top candidates to become part of our team and have an opening for Class A Driver for our Kent, Washington facility.

Responsibilities

* Assist yard personnel in loading and unloading trucks with Godwin pumping equipment for delivery and pick up.
* Secure all items loaded on the truck for safe over-the-road travel in accordance with Federal and local Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
* Review all items to be delivered (or picked up) with customer to ensure completeness and accuracy.  Obtain customer’s signature on Godwin Rental Contract paperwork.
* Maintain log books with entries for driving, on-duty, etc. in accordance with DOT guidelines.  
* Maintain mileage and fuel logs as required.
* Perform daily visual inspections of Godwin delivery equipment and documenting any items in need of service.
* Obey all Godwin Pumps and customer safety rules.
* Maintain communication with dispatch as to whereabouts and estimated arrival/departure times.
* Assist in the set-up of Godwin pumping equipment as necessary.
* Available for on-call off-hours driving assignments on a rotating schedule for emergencies.
* Assist as needed in preparing rental equipment for dispatch and ensuring yard is organized and maintained.

Assist yard personnel in loading and unloading trucks with Godwin pumping equipment for delivery and pick up.
Secure all items loaded on the truck for safe over-the-road travel in accordance with Federal and local Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
Review all items to be delivered (or picked up) with customer to ensure completeness and accuracy. Obtain customer’s signature on Godwin Rental Contract paperwork.
Maintain log books with entries for driving, on-duty, etc. in accordance with DOT guidelines.
Maintain mileage and fuel logs as required.
Perform daily visual inspections of Godwin delivery equipment and documenting any items in need of service.
Obey all Godwin Pumps and customer safety rules.
Maintain communication with dispatch as to whereabouts and estimated arrival/departure times.
Assist in the set-up of Godwin pumping equipment as necessary.
Available for on-call off-hours driving assignments on a rotating schedule for emergencies.
Assist as needed in preparing rental equipment for dispatch and ensuring yard is organized and maintained.

Ideal Candidate

One to two years experience in the construction industry preferred.
One year experience operating Class A commercial vehicles.
Experience with flatbed trailers and proper load securement techniques (chaining, strapping, etc.)
Valid state issued commercial driver license
Current Department of Transportation medical card
Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions
Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
Ability to read a map
Ability to complete basic mechanical tasks
Ability to operate a commercial vehicle according to Commercial Class license for extended periods of time throughout cities, job sites, major highways and interstates (including tunnels and bridges) and in all weather conditions
High School or Equivalent