CDL-B Straight Van Driver - Lyon Station, PA

East Penn Manufacturing Company•Lyon Station, PA

About The Position

East Penn Manufacturing is seeking dedicated Class B Route Drivers for its private fleet serving the Berks and Lehigh County areas. Deliveries are within a 300-mile radius of Topton, Pennsylvania. The average potential first-year starting salary is $75,000 per year, plus paid expenses. Salary ranges are determined by mileage, stops, and return products. The position also offers a $2,500 sign-on/retention bonus. Routes are designed to get drivers home every weekend and potentially multiple times during the week. Drivers receive an assigned tractor, with no slip seating. Paid expenses include meals, license and endorsement renewals, a DOT medical card, a company-provided cell phone, and safety equipment. Overnight travel is required up to three to five nights per week. Training is provided.

Requirements

Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
Safe driving record.
Ability to meet DOT requirements.
Strong commitment to safety.
Good literacy, communication, and math skills.
Customer-focused professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Air Brakes endorsement preferred; it is not required before employment but must be obtained during the probationary period.
Hazmat endorsement preferred; it is not required before employment but must be obtained during the probationary period.

Responsibilities

Travel overnight as required, up to three to five nights per week.
Operate a diesel- or gasoline-powered straight van up to 46,000 lbs. GVW, or smaller vehicles when required.
Deliver and pick up freight while providing outstanding customer service.
Comply with DOT and FMCSA regulations, including hours-of-service requirements and vehicle inspections.
Accurately log hours using an electronic logging device (ELD).
Conduct pre-trip, inter-trip, and post-trip inspections.
Operate vehicles safely and legally, using all onboard safety features.
Complete company paperwork, including manifests, bills of lading, claims, and trip reports.
Load and unload freight using electric pallet jacks, liftgates, or dry vans.
Complete trips scheduled with return loads.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on/retention bonus
Paid expenses, including meals, license and endorsement renewals, DOT medical card, company-provided cell phone, and safety equipment
Paid on-the-job training
Annual bonus
Group insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
401(k) savings plan
Life insurance
9 paid holidays
10 days of paid time off
Employee assistance programs
Fitness discounts
Promotional opportunities