Geisinger Health System Looking for Heavy Truck Operator Logistics at Elysburg, Pennsylvania Full Time

Operates a weight class 8 straight truck to pick up and deliver pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment, mail and reports to various Geisinger locations according to assigned schedules or pickups designated by the supervisor.

Job Duties

+ Delivers pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment, and mail, via a weight class 8 straight truck or cargo van.

+ Loads and unloads vehicles using appropriate means to safely transport costly, perishable, and confidential materials.

+ Obtains appropriate signatures and maintains records and documentation of pick-ups, deliveries, driving time, labor time, mileage, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, etc.

+ Responds to emergency requests for unscheduled pick-ups and deliveries by contacting the supervisor to resolve schedule conflicts and adjust priorities.

+ Adheres to infection control procedures, safety standards and traffic rules.

+ Receives incoming shipments and inspects all containers for visible damage.

+ Compares packing list against purchase order, notes discrepancies, notes number of cartons and signs freight bills for acceptance.

+ Maintains daily receiving records; files in appropriate file daily.

+ Records stats daily; compiles and rolls up for monthly report.

+ Contacts buyer if discrepancies are identified.

+ Reports discrepancies and files claims for damages etc., as assigned.

+ Prepares exception reports on any discrepancies received, reports to buyer and files with packing slips; researches discrepancies and documents as applicable.

+ Separates and stages deliveries for departments as assigned.

+ Completes training and certification for use of powered pallet jacks, order pickers, and fork trucks.

+ Performs daily inspection of equipment, including daily vehicle inspection sheets.

+ Corrects any problems before the equipment or vehicle can be operated; places appropriate OUT OF SERVICE tag on the equipment until the problem is corrected.

Work is typically performed in a transportation vehicle or office. Requires the ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Requires sitting and driving a vehicle for an extended period of time. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

DOT Physical Card – Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT); Valid Driver’s License – Default Issuing Body

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status