CDL Driver

HD Supply•Kent, WA

About The Position

Moves inventory between distribution centers using a company-provided or rental vehicle. Maintains delivery records, inspects and maintains delivery vehicles, and makes customer deliveries as needed. The role requires operation of a company or rental vehicle, potentially during the average work week. The company continuously monitors Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs); an acceptable MVR status and a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement are required. The role operates under limited supervision and relies on experience and independent judgment to determine how to achieve desired outcomes. Work typically involves periodic review by a supervisor or direct customers of the process. The driver may provide general guidance, training, and technical assistance to junior support personnel and contribute to their professional development, but does not have hiring or firing authority. The position is typically based in a comfortable environment, with regular exposure to temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes that may cause discomfort or present a moderate risk of accident or illness. It requires intermittent continuous physical exertion, including walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward material or equipment. Overnight travel is typically less than 10% of the time.

Requirements

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement.
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) status; MVRs are continuously monitored.
Generally 5–7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.
Technical certification or an associate degree may be required in some areas.
Comply with applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA), DOT regulations, traffic laws, safety regulations, and internal policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Current Class A or B CDL issued by the state in which the candidate resides.
2+ years of commercial driving experience compliant with FMCSA and DOT regulations.
No more than 2 minor accidents in the past rolling 3 years.
No more than 2 moving violations in the past rolling 3 years.
1+ years of experience operating material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

Safely transport inventory, including hazardous materials, between distribution centers and cross-dock locations.
Ensure order manifests are complete and accurate and trailers are loaded with the correct merchandise.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and internal policies and procedures.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages before and after routes.
Maintain applicable records, including vehicle logs and bills of lading, in accordance with legal and internal guidelines.
Follow planned routes for timely deliveries while adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations.
Provide polite and professional customer service during deliveries.
Move line haul trailers around the shipping yard and loading docks to support efficient inventory movement.
Make local deliveries as needed.
Provide general guidance, training, and technical assistance to junior-level support personnel and contribute to their professional development.