CDL A Home Delivery Driver
About The Position
The Driver – CDL position is based at the Leonard Distribution Center in Mt Airy, NC. The role is responsible for safely transporting shed buildings and truck accessories to designated locations, providing exceptional customer service, and complying with transportation regulations and company policies. The position reports directly to the Delivery Manager and has no direct reports. The job description says the driver must be comfortable working OTR and will be home on weekends; it also describes the position as mostly local based out of Mount Airy, NC. The driver operates commercial vehicles to deliver products from distribution centers or manufacturing facilities to customer locations, job sites, or retail stores. The role includes following schedules and routes, loading and securing cargo, unloading and assisting with placement, inspecting and performing basic maintenance on vehicles, and communicating professionally with customers. The driver must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, and DOT physical.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, and DOT physical.
- Knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations, including hours-of-service regulations and vehicle weight limits.
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements, such as Class A, as required for the vehicles operated.
- Clean driving record with no recent accidents or traffic violations.
- Previous experience as a CDL driver, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
- Ability to perform loading and cargo-securing tasks and operate commercial vehicles for extended periods.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach.
- Ability to work under varying weather conditions and perform physical labor during loading and unloading activities.
- Must be comfortable working OTR.
Nice To Haves
- Previous CDL driving experience in the transportation or logistics industry.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate commercial vehicles, including box trucks, flatbed trucks, or tractor-trailers, to transport shed buildings and truck accessories.
- Follow traffic laws, transportation regulations, and company policies to maintain the safety of oneself, passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians.
- Transport products from distribution centers or manufacturing facilities to customer locations, job sites, or retail stores.
- Follow delivery schedules, routes, and instructions provided by dispatchers or transportation managers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
- Load and secure cargo using appropriate equipment and techniques, ensuring it is balanced and secured for transport.
- Unload cargo at delivery locations using manual or mechanical methods and assist customers with placement as needed.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, identify mechanical issues, damage, or safety hazards, and report concerns to maintenance or management.
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and lighting systems, and promptly report maintenance needs.
- Interact professionally with customers and recipients, providing courteous assistance with unloading and placement.
- Address customer inquiries or concerns promptly and effectively, providing a positive delivery experience and representing Leonard professionally.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- 401K with a company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- Continuous training and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
