CDL Class A Truck Driver

Homer Companies • Lockport, IL

21h • $24 - $28

About The Position

The Class A Truck Driver is a highly motivated and experienced driver that is detail oriented, has strong communication skills, and is willing to work as a team. Must have experience with manual transmissions, double axels and longer trailers as well as experience in off-road driving and rough terrains. Our drivers must always drive safely and be professional and courteous when talking with Supervisors, coworkers and customers.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid Illinois Class-A CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Must have a minimum 2 years’ experience as a CDL driver
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Clean background check and drug test
• Experience with manual transmissions, double axles and longer trailers
• Experience in off-road driving & rough terrains
• OSHA familiarity/training
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Diligent attention to detail and safety
• Excellent verbal communication and customer orientation

Responsibilities

• Obeys all local, State, Federal and IDOT regulations
• Inspects truck and equipment before leaving and after arriving at locations
• Safely transport equipment to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner
• Maintain driver logs and complete pre-trip inspections
• Follow all Homer Tree Service Procedures and Safety Standards
• Adhere to all safety requirements particular to the equipment, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Maintain a clean truck, equipment or machinery
• Assist in loading and unloading of materials
• Transport materials from place of origin to assigned destination
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as a team
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Effective Communication with supervisors and coworkers
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Crew Leader

Benefits

• Starting pay is $24-$28/hr
• Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors
• Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (6)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed