Entry-Level CDL Class A Truck Driver
About The Position
The CDL Class A Delivery Driver is responsible for delivering materials to customers at designated locations within specific timeframes. This position requires safe operation of a delivery truck, maintaining positive customer relationships, and ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Schaedler Yesco Distribution has been illuminating the electrical industry since 1924 and is a family- and employee-owned company providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. With 29 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, they offer comprehensive solutions in lighting, datacomm, automation, and industrial services.
Requirements
- Valid CDL-A driver’s license.
- Ability to read and understand written and oral directions.
- Knowledge of legal and defensive driving practices.
- Ability to meet schedules and timeframes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change
- Ability and willingness to work collaboratively
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability
- Willingness to give and receive constructive criticism
- Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlines
- Ability to stand, walk for moderately long distances, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weight up to 50lbs, climb ladders and climb in and out of trucks throughout the day.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of two years of CDL-A driving experience preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Organize placement of material on trucks for effective and timely delivery
- Inspect trucks each day per DOT regulations and complete required DOT paperwork.
- Deliver material to customers and pick-up returns.
- Communicate with the sales department regarding any issues with orders.
- Build and maintain positive customer service relationships.
- Assist in various tasks that promote the effective functioning of the warehouse.
- Always carry a photo ID and cell phone.
- Wear long pants and work boots.
- Immediately report any accidents/incidents to your immediate supervisor.
- Clean out truck cab and box after each delivery route.
- Stage all returned material in appropriate areas.
- Assist with picking or put-away in the warehouse.
- Additional tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Choose from 2 PPO options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX
- 401K with company match.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Quarterly bonuses.
- Company-paid disability and life insurance.
- Generous paid holidays and paid time off
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
