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Tractor Trailer Op
Checks tractor daily. Keeps correct amount of fuel in the tanks; checks and adds oil to the crank case as needs; checks radiator for fullness of anti-freeze; checks the battery for the need of water; checks tires for proper air pressure; checks the hydraulic fifth wheel for proper amount of oil. Reports any minor or major repair needed in order to keep the truck in good operating condition at all time
Makes list of all trailers spotted at dock doors-compares to trailer door listing. Informs Supervisor of any discrepancy
After a trailer is loaded, move trailer from dock, close trailer doors, apply seal, and move to trailer pool. Move a predetermined empty trailer back to the dock door. Give trailer card to OS&D Clerk to update system.
Use yard tractor with trailer to take Parcel Post shipments to the Post Office. Assists in the loading and off-loading the baskets (approximate weight 1,300 lbs)
May be required to go to outside warehouse to take empty trailer or to bring back a full one
May be required to perform the functions of a Line Dispatcher ( see Job Functions- Line Dispatcher)
May be required to perform the functions of a Material Handler (see Job Functions- Material Handler)
Works under the direction of the Supervisor
Changes may occur in the hours and essential functions of these instructions due to availability of personnel
Checks tractor daily. Keeps correct amount of fuel in the tanks; checks and adds oil to the crank case as needs; checks radiator for fullness of anti-freeze; checks the battery for the need of water; checks tires for proper air pressure; checks the hydraulic fifth wheel for proper amount of oil. Reports any minor or major repair needed in order to keep the truck in good operating condition at all time
Makes list of all trailers spotted at dock doors-compares to trailer door listing. Informs Supervisor of any discrepancy
After a trailer is loaded, move trailer from dock, close trailer doors, apply seal, and move to trailer pool. Move a predetermined empty trailer back to the dock door. Give trailer card to OS&D Clerk to update system.
Use yard tractor with trailer to take Parcel Post shipments to the Post Office. Assists in the loading and off-loading the baskets (approximate weight 1,300 lbs)
May be required to go to outside warehouse to take empty trailer or to bring back a full one
May be required to perform the functions of a Line Dispatcher ( see Job Functions- Line Dispatcher)
May be required to perform the functions of a Material Handler (see Job Functions- Material Handler)
Works under the direction of the Supervisor
Changes may occur in the hours and essential functions of these instructions due to availability of personnel
