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Short Haul Driver

Job Description

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Shot Haul Driver at our manufacturing facility located in Bristol, IN.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assisting and preparing orders for loads
• Loading and/or unloading trucks
• Auditing loads to ensure product matches the order; verify for accuracy
• Checking loads to confirm that they are secured to trailer
• Assisting in planning route to ensure the most economical use of time and equipment
• Delivering product to various locations
• Picking up raw material for production
• Performing routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and notify supervisor of defects or necessary repairs 
• Cleaning and keeping equipment in top working order
• Performing all duties in compliance with appropriate safety and security standards

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not required
• Must maintain a Class A CDL
• Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English
• Three (3) years of experience driving preferred but, not required
• Possess a clean driving record
• Ability to work without constant supervision and be self-motivated
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess a high degree of quality workmanship and be detail oriented
• Proven time management skills with ability to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines, up to 12-hour days occasionally
• Observes safety procedures
• Maintains good work ethic and attendance
• Normal Work hours; Monday to Thursday – Forty (40) Hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

•  Working primarily outdoors and occasionally indoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on season.
• Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury.
• May be required to work overtime, including weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

•  Lifting to 50 pounds. Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly. Frequent grasping, pinching and fine manipulation. Occasionally bending and squatting.

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:

• Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
• Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
• Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

We care for our people.  Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.