Driver Over the Road

Advanced Drainage Systems•Findlay, OH

About The Position

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact. An ADS Professional Over the Road Fleet Driver is required to safely operate company equipment and provide the highest level of service in terms of pickup and delivery of any ADS Freight. A Driver is responsible for inspecting, tracking and maintaining the maintenance of the unit that is assigned to him/her as well as any equipment being hauled. ADS Drivers must maintain legal and accurate Daily Driver Logs in regards to hours of service, ADS-related paperwork and driving best practices. Drivers receive work assignments based on their hours of availability. This position requires the flexibility to work any day of the week when driving hours are available. Drivers should expect to be “on the road” for the equivalent of 25 days per month. Drivers report directly to the centralized Freight Manager (Hilliard, OH) but will be domiciled at one of the ADS manufacturing facilities. Drivers will be trained in the Samsara onboard telematics system, and will be expected to use it to manage logs, safety events and standard communications with their Freight Manager.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write and perform simple mathematical calculations
Must possess skills to handle receipts, read road maps, road signs, maintain driver logs, etc.
Firm working knowledge of DOT regulations and freight requirements
Complete knowledge of safe loading/unloading procedures for all ADS equipment and products
Knowledge of ADS finished goods, tooling and raw materials.
Possess SAFE defensive driving skills
Courteous/friendly/positive representation of ADS
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) that is applicable for the type of commercial equipment being operated
Must meet/or exceed physical standards of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administrations (FMCSA) and ADS
Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record from all states where prior licenses were held
Must be at least 21 years of age (DOT requirement for interstate operation)
Must satisfactorily pass all required drug tests
Must pass ADS road test and background checks
Must be willing to be over the road for approximately three weeks each month. Driver should expect approximately five days home-time a month, not on consecutive days.
Must be willing to operate a CMV equipped with E-Logs. This includes managing E-logs, safety events and communications with Fleet Manager through the telematics system.
Must be able to work either days or nights
Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregated period of up to 11 hours
Must be able to perform repetitive motion to include arms, legs and feet while driving
Must be able to perform frequent squatting to handle, position and secure freight
Must be able to perform frequent crouching to handle, position and secure freight
Must be able to climb at least up to 13 fleet
Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle’s cab as many as 45 times per day or more. Cab floor levels are generally from 36 to 66 inches above ground level, with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and handholds; also requires frequent bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing
Must be able to perform the frequent pushing or rolling of freight weighing up to and/or creating a resistance force of more than 100 lbs, as well as the occasional pushing or rolling of freight weighing up to and/or creating a resistance force of more than 200 lbs with or without mechanical aid
Must be able to perform the frequent pulling or rolling of freight weighing up to and/or creating a resistance force of more than 100 lbs, as well as the occasional pulling or rolling of freight weighing up to and/or creating a resistance force of more than 200 lbs with or without mechanical aid
Must be able to perform the frequent carrying of freight weighing up to 75 lbs of varying shapes and sizes a distance of 20 feet but usually no more that 50 feet
Must be able to frequently reach for freight at waist level and frequently reach for freight above shoulder height or below waist level
Must be able to occasionally reach above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate both the tractor (power unit) and trailer
Must be able to frequently load and unload full or partial trailer loads of finished goods, raw materials and/or tooling. This could involve either the mechanical release or assisted pushing of product and materials that could weigh in excess of 800 lbs. This type of activity could precede or follow as much as 11 hours of driving
Must be able to install and remove tire chains when required by law and/or due to inclement weather
Must be able to spend at least 30% of the day standing and 30% of the day walking on surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, wood, metal, loose or packed dirt and sometimes slippery, wet and uneven surfaces
Must be able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate fifth-wheel release lever, lock and release load securement straps, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, fuel vehicles and check engine and coolant levels
Must be able to sleep multiple consecutive nights in a fully equipped sleeper tractor without negatively impacting their ability to perform the activities listed above.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Safe/Defensive Driving Certification preferred
1-2 years OTR experience w/ reputable carrier
At least 100,000 verifiable miles through former transportation-related employment

Responsibilities

Safe operation of all company equipment
Report BOL discrepancies
Maintain proper communication with Freight Manager, Plant personnel and customers.
Manage safe unloading at delivery destination and place product in consignee’s desired location
Maintain an accurate and legal driving log and communicate availability to Fleet Manager
Timely reporting of ALL accidents, incidents or violations
Ensure accuracy of delivered quantities and product types
Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily paperwork (trip envelope, RMA’s)
Maintain high levels of personal appearance in the wearing of the company uniform
Submit all company-related documents on a daily basis whenever possible.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and operational capacity
Route management- takes responsibility for travelling the safest, most direct route. Avoid unnecessary excess miles.
Adhere to company and departmental policies
Ensure loads are properly secured
Perform pre/post trip inspections of all equipment
Report equipment and payload problems/hazards
Perform in-route inspection of all equipment
Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy, an employee assistance program (EAP), and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), adoption financial reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
100% paid by ADS.

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