CDL B Driver/Warehouse Associate

Target Specialty Products•Brighton, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL B Driver/Warehouse Associate is responsible for transporting various products from distribution centers to customer locations. This role involves performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, safely unloading cased products at customer facilities, and maintaining detailed logs of vehicle repair status and working hours. The associate will be directly involved in all aspects of customer delivery, inventory management, and customer interaction. Target Specialty Products is a leading national wholesale distributor of specialty agricultural chemicals, application equipment, products, supplies, services, and education, serving the entire United States and Canada from 42 branch locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least three years of experience driving and maintaining delivery trucks and routes
Ability to operate electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB)
Ability to lift at least 50lbs loading and unloading products
Able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings and weekend work when needed
Valid Class B CDL License from state of residence
Ability to obtain and maintain licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and local regulations

Nice To Haves

Valid Hazmat Endorsement is not required, but must have the ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

Transport multiple products from distribution centers to customer locations
Perform inspections before and after a trip
Unload cased products from the trailer to customer facilities
Follow appropriate safety procedures to transport cargo
Maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours
Be directly involved in all phases of customer delivery, inventory management, and customer interaction
Transport target products from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
Take and comprehend orders and ensure delivery shipments within state and/or in other cities/states
Ensure all document and billing paperwork is available with each shipment
Reach destinations within assigned timelines and verify recipient information according to company protocols
Submit weekly, monthly, and yearly reports, as required
Drive long distances
Fill up on fuel, clean truck, and wash windows
Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road
Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion
Follow all applicable traffic laws
Inspect their truck before and after the trip, and record any defects they find
Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs
Keep a log of their activities
Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel
Keep their truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order
Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking
Arrive at clients' on time
Take rest periods during the trip
Transport hazardous materials
Take special precautions while driving
Find and keep clients
Maintain log of trips

Benefits

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
Competitive pay
Performance incentives
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility