CDL Driver - Class A

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care•New Rochelle, NY

1d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employee’s professional aspirations, career development, safety and quality of life. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career in tree care! We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us! Almstead Nursery is seeking a dependable and organized Class A CDL truck driver, for our landscape materials operation. The ideal candidate possesses physical and mental stamina, thrives on the road, and consistently ensures safe and accurate deliveries. The CDL Driver will regularly make deliveries in Westchester, Dutchess and Columbia counties, and haul between our Westchester and Columbia county locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Valid Class A commercial driver’s license required
Experience driving an 18 speed manual transmission
Clean driving record with no moving violations
Ability to drive an 18 speed manual transmission
Experience in and comfort with maneuvering and parking tractor-trailers
Alert, focused, and safety-oriented
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
Proficient using GPS and other routing systems to determine appropriate truck routes
Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
High level of composure and strong customer service skills

Responsibilities

Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 86,000 lbs.
The ability to drive a 2021 Kenworth Tractor Trailer with a 48 foot trailer
Experience driving a roll-off, manual transmission
Pick-up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner
Safely and efficiently handle goods during loading and delivery
Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
Assist in mapping and adhering to delivery routes, factoring in seasonal weather patterns
Communicate with dispatch as needed
Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
Ensure your vehicle is kept to a high level of cleanliness
Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
Track and report working hours
Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
Make safety a priority at all times