CDL Driver Class A

MDI•Hickory, NC

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Merchants Distributors, LLC (MDI) is hiring Tractor-Trailer Drivers at its Distribution Center in Hickory, North Carolina. Drivers deliver goods to customers across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The role includes reviewing orders, assisting with unloading, and providing customer service. Drivers must live within a one-hour commute of MDI. The position offers home multiple nights each week and uses late-model equipment, most of which has automatic transmissions. MDI is a tobacco- and nicotine-free company.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age and hold an active Class A CDL.
Have a clean motor vehicle record, with no more than two tickets and no at-fault DOT accidents in the previous three years.
Have one year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience pulling 45–53-foot trailers, or have graduated from an accredited Class A CDL truck driving school.
Pass required employment testing, including MVR, criminal background, drug, DOT physical, and job simulation tests.
Have basic computer skills and excellent communication skills.
Be able to interact well with supervisors and co-workers, work as a self-starter, maintain good organizational skills, and present a professional appearance.
Safely assist with unloading pallets using manual and electric pallet jacks; at some locations, handle cases weighing up to 100 pounds.
Complete a proper pre-trip inspection and pass an onsite backing test.
Live within a one-hour commute of MDI in Hickory, NC.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely delivery of goods to customers.
Review orders before delivery.
Assist with unloading trucks, including safely unloading pallets with manual or electric pallet jacks.
Provide exceptional customer service to clients.
Complete proper pre-trip inspections.
Work an open schedule of up to six days per week, including holidays.