Ramp Truck Driver

Job Title:

Ramp Truck Driver

Job Category:

N/A

Department/Group:

Trucking Department

Job Code/ Req#:

2C-1

Location:

Bridgewater, MA

Travel Required:

No

Level/Salary Range:

Based on experience

Position Type:

Full Time

HR Contact:

Sean Medeiros

Date posted:

February 21, 2022

Will Train Applicant(s):

Yes

Posting Expires:

N/A

Primary Objective:

Safely and exceptionally operate equipment a ramp truck, transporting vehicles.

Primary Responsibility:

Operate and properly maintain a 2 car carrier, transporting vehicles.

Applications Accepted By:

Fax or Email:

508-697-1019 or Rich@chuckranautopartsinc.com
Subject Line: Heavy Equipment Operator
Attention: Sean Re: 2C-1

APPLY ONLINE

Mail:

Sean Medeiros
Chuckran Auto Parts, Inc.
1775 Old Plymouth Street
Bridgewater, MA 02324

Job Description

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up junk vehicles at various customer locations, and transport them back to recycling facility
• Communicate with dispatch department to effectively manage scheduled pick up times
• Maintain polite, courteous, and helpful demeanor in dealing with customer base
• Transport auction vehicles from automotive auctions to facility
• Check and maintain truck on a daily basis, ensuring all DOT safety requirements are met
• Be able to troubleshoot and occasionally repair mechanical issues with equipment as they arise
• Inspect junk vehicles at customer location prior to transport, to ensure all valuable components are present on vehicle and vehicle is in safe condition for transport
• Operate equipment on roadways in accordance with all state and federal laws, in the safest fashion possible

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a high level of situational awareness, to maintain a safe work zone
• Must be able to identify, and if necessary, fix mechanical issues with equipment
• Must be able to properly maintain the equipment operated each day
• Must be able to effectively communicate and take direction
• Must have Medical Clearance Card
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must work well in a group exemplifying teamwork as a unit

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Class B Drivers License or Higher (not required, gives versatility)
• General automotive knowledge is helpful
• Knowledge of diesel engines is helpful
• Management experience is helpful (Not a management position, used as a character measure)
• Experience in a similar industry is helpful
• Knowledge of roadways in MA, NH, RI, and CT is very helpful

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must have personal Cell Phone, used to communicate with dispatch and customers
• Must have personal GPS unit, to navigate to customer locations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to climb in or around vehicles, to properly secure and load them for transport
• Ability to handle frequent temperature changes
• Occasional lifting of parts