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Tractor Trailer Operator I

Duke Energy
relocation assistance
United States, North Carolina, Asheville
Jan 30, 2025
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Job Summary

The Tractor Trailer Operator I (TTO-I) is responsible for the safe movement of freight for the enterprise.

The Tractor Trailer Operator I (TTO-I) operates a wide range of vehicles and equipment to facilitate the movement of freight for the enterprise. The TTO-I is responsible for the timely, safe and cost-effective delivery and pick-up of all assigned material and equipment. TTO-Is typically operate road tractors with various trailers on a daily basis. TTO-I's maintain a CDL-A License with Haz-Mat endorsements and forklift certification. TTO-I's load, unload and properly secure a variety of cargo and electrical equipment on a daily basis. TTO-I's are responsible for the proper documentation of Logs, Bills of Ladings, Equipment Inspections, Time Reporting and etc. TTO-I's are expected to be available for call-out rotation, extension of work-day and scheduled weekend work in support of the enterprise. TTO-I'S are also required to be available for major storm support in all regions of the enterprise (North Carolinas, South Carolina, Ohio, Indiana and Florida). TTO-I's must be accountable for adherence to; DOT/FMCSA Regulations, Company Policies, Departmental Policies and Safe Work Practices.

Basic/Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED

  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)

  • Safe Driving Record

  • Physically able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.

  • Basic Computer Skills to use Microsoft Office products

  • Basic use of smartphone applications

  • 1+ Years of experience driving combination vehicles. (i.e. road tractors and semi-trailers)

  • Previous forklift experience and certification

Desired Qualifications:
  • Proficient knowledge of DOT/FMCSA Regulations

  • 5 years of experience driving combination of vehicles (i.e. road tractors and semi-trailers)

  • Knowledge of and experience with ELD'S (Electronic Logging Device)

  • Previous experience and operational knowledge of road tractors and various trailers (i.e. flatbed, step deck, Van Trailers)

  • Experience operating piggyback (larger sized) forklift

  • Previous experience and operational knowledge of various types of equipment.

  • Previous experience and operational knowledge of proper load securement

  • Substation Qualified

  • Familiar with Samsara/telematics applications

  • Articulating Crane Certification

  • Basic Rigging Certification and experience

Working Conditions:
  • Regularly lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.

  • Performs work in an outdoor environment with extended periods of driving.

  • Performs duties during extreme heat, cold and inclement weather (including rain, snow and ice).

  • Prolonged periods sitting/driving in all traffic conditions.

  • Work activities frequently involve climbing, twisting, bending, squatting crawling, kneeling, walking and standing.

  • Work activities include carrying and positioning various cargo securement equipment (chains, tarps, straps and etc.) on level/unlevel surfaces.

  • Work activities will require some extended work days and overnight stays.

  • Will be required to be "on-call" following the callout schedule.

  • Operation of manual clutch and gears on various vehicles.

  • Work activities include reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing of weights up to 50 lbs.

  • Exposure to high stress situations and requirements to be available for emergency response as required by the needs of service.

Specific Requirements:
  • Ability to work safely.

  • Ability meet DOT and Crane physical requirements

  • Ability to obtain Hazardous Material endorsement

  • Ability to obtain Crane Operation certification

  • Ability to comply with all federal regulations, company policies and departmental policies.

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50+% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No Represented/Union PositionNo Visa Sponsored PositionNo

Posting Expiration Date

Thursday, February 6, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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