Job description

Job Description
Peterson Trucks is hiring a Truck Porter at our San Leandro, CA location.

SUMMARY
The Truck Porter serves to assist with lot activity and transport and assists the truck dealership with other duties if needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transport up to Class 8 tractors, trucks, and trailers.
• Setting up the lot, and/or assisting the staff to organize and move trucks around.
• Ensuring that there are adequate fuel levels in trucks for test drives, refueling if necessary.
• Issuing key tags with stock numbers on new truck deliveries.
• Drive trucks around as directed to ensure adequate space and placement of trucks.
• Drive trucks to service shops, if necessary.
• Pick up and/or deliver trucks if directed.
• Secure vehicles at the end of the business day.
• Wash vehicle and trailer washing, detailing and cleaning.
• Perform miscellaneous clean-up of shop and yard.
• Perform various assigned shop and parts duties.
• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.

Based on location the following duties may or may not apply

• Responsible to plug in computer to truck to download fault codes; provide information to Inside Sales Representative (ISR).
• Perform Rental check-in to assess any damage: walk around truck and note damage.
• Provide report to office staff in order to address issues with customer.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work overtime as needed within labor law and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor/manager.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and a minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENCENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Possess valid Class B driver's license with required endorsements and current Medical Certificate. Must possess a clean DMV driving record.

The pay range for this position is: $27.00-30.00. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base pay.

Peterson Trucks, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.

Pay: $26.79 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Leandro, CA 94577: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL B (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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