Equipment Driver

Job Posted: 2024-05-21
Location:
Altoona, IA, US
Ziegler Cat has an opening for an Equipment Delivery Driver to transport equipment to customers or other Ziegler locations. An Equipment Delivery Driver fills a critical role in supporting Ziegler’s Rental, Sales and Customer Repair operations. The driver must possess a strong work ethic and have excellent customer service skills. They should be knowledgeable of federal, state and local regulations and be familiar with product we support.

Responsibilities:
• Maintains safe driver record; follows Federal, State and Local regulations
• Completes and updates progress of daily delivery schedule
• Orders state, county and city permits
• Completes and maintains accurate Hours of Service log according to FMCSA regulations
• Interacts with dispatch throughout the day to support changes in the delivery schedule
• Works with various Ziegler personnel in loading/unloading equipment that driver is assigned to move
• Determines and communicates necessary repairs of equipment to appropriate personnel
• Works in a cooperative manner with team and superiors
• Maintains professional relationships with those outside of direct team members
• Professional and courteous to all customers at time of equipment delivery
• Maintains professional and friendly customer relations in all daily interactions
• Listens to and resolves customers’ complaints regarding the delivery and pickup of equipment
• Performs vehicle walk around inspections according to FMCSA regulations
• Inspects, refuels and maintains vehicle daily
• Has a consistent working knowledge of all equipment sold and serviced by Ziegler
• Performs basic repairs and maintenance to truck and trailer

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Class A CDL required
• Hazmat endorsement a plus
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record

• Able to drive equipment

• Able to complete daily inspection reports
• Able to keep vehicle in clean and proper working order
• Personal Attributes: Attention to Detail, Creative Thinking, Even Temperament, Customer Focus, Integrity, Team Player

This role is deemed safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement

Travel:
Up to 10% travel