We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Utility Pole Transport Driver to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for safely transporting utility poles from manufacturing plants to customers across the Southeast and Northeast United States. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks in varying weather conditions. If you are a skilled driver with a Class A CDL and a passion for delivering exceptional service, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our operations.
Essential Functions:

• Transport utility poles from manufacturing plants to customers throughout the Southeast and Northeast United States.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Interact with dispatcher to plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Interact with customers and contractors.
• Abide by electronic logging device regulations.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, break periods, etc.) as well as company policies and procedures.
• Be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, during emergencies/storms.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Report defects, accidents, or violations.

Competencies:

• Customer/Client Focus
• Safety Awareness
• Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Discretion
• Decision Making
• Time Management
• Thoroughness
• Familiarity with DOT rules and FMCSR
• Adaptability (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)

Physical Demands:

• Sit, talk, and hear for long periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and walk.
• Drive long hours and travel regularly.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience.
• Valid CDL License.
• Valid DOT Medical Card.

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• No recent moving or driving violations.
• No recent drug/alcohol convictions or pending charges.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Ability to perform minor truck maintenance.
• Ability to travel out of state for extended periods.

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law or by any applicable state or local law.