Preston Refrigeration is a full-service industrial refrigeration contractor headquartered in Kansas City, MO. For over 75 years, the company has delivered innovative, efficient, and dependable solutions for clients in the meat processing, food & beverage, and cold storage sectors. Today, Preston has grown to employ a team of more than 150 refrigeration specialists, providing self-performed design, build, and maintenance services across the U.S.

About the role

The Transportation Driver ensures a safe and timely manner of all items being delivered to the customer. Works with other personnel of Preston Refrigeration as a team to plan and route all deliveries.

What you'll do

• Drive company delivery vehicle to deliver construction goods to jobsites across the U.S.
• Load and unload cargo, keep record of cargo deliveries.
• Refuel and clean vehicles when needed.
• Follow traffic laws and report any traffic violations to management immediately.
• Comply with DOT regulations and maintain E-log and log hours.
• Follow accident procedures and report all road incidents.
• Inspect truck and trailer prior to departure and report any mechanical issues.
• Adheres to Preston Refrigeration guidelines for expense reporting and submits to AP team in a timely manner.
• Willingness to travel as needed throughout the continental US.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance and motivated, positive attitude.
• Assist around warehouse as needed during delivery downtime
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or related experience and/or training.
• Ability to maintain a Class A commercial driver license.
• Must have clean MVR.
• Must be able to pass drug test.
• Must be able to travel out-of-state. 
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Ability to travel 90% of the time with overnight stays when required.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items, drive and sit for extended periods of time.