Driver Switcher

We, at Leggett & Platt Incorporated, are searching for a (Insert position) within our (Insert function) team to help support our Automotive business.  Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives. 

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Job Summary: The Switcher Driver drives a tractor-trailer on company property backing in trailers to the correct loading dock. This driver never drives on public roads. 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience:

Must be at least 22 years of age to perform this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Standards for Commercial Vehicle Driver Qualifications:

• Must be at least 22 years old with a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Have at least one (1) year verifiable Over-the-Road experience
• Pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screen
• Meet all DOT and Company requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Checks schedule and receives assignment from supervisor.
• Drives switcher tractor in a safe manner.
• Locates trailer by trailer number and property attaches (air brakes, etc) to the switcher tractor
• Backs trailers into dock or unloading area as instructed by lead person or supervisor.
• Gets out of the tractor and opens or closes the trailer doors.
•  May put seals on trailer door after closing
•  Uses a two-way radio to communicate with others concerning moving trailers. 
• Check oil, fuel, tires, batteries, etc. on vehicle and report any defects to supervisor 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Follow verbal instructions and use simple math.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write and comprehend information, reports instructions, correspondence and memos. 

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed or oral instructions.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continual basis. It does not exclude other duties that may be assigned.

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Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. We’d love the opportunity to consider you.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes, please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the “Privacy Notice” tab located at http://privacy.leggett.com