CDL Driver

CONKLIN METAL INDUSTRIES INC • Apex, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Conklin Metal Industries is hiring a Class A CDL Driver for its Apex, North Carolina branch. This hands-on driving position delivers sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication materials to customers on local and regional routes. Drivers are home every night and generally work Monday through Friday, typically from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with overtime opportunities available. Trips to Wilmington and surrounding areas occur a couple of times a week. The role includes loading and unloading freight, securing loads, operating equipment, maintaining required documentation, and providing professional customer service. Conklin Metal Industries is a family-owned company founded in 1874, with 18 locations throughout the Southeast.

Requirements

• Class A CDL.
• Dependability and a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to drive to Wilmington and surrounding areas a couple of times a week.
• Ability to load, unload, and secure freight.
• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with commercial driving, including getting in and out of the truck throughout the day and lifting and moving materials.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Flatbed experience.
• Experience with strapping, chaining, and tarping.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial truck and trailer.
• Complete pre-trip inspections.
• Make local and regional customer deliveries.
• Load and unload materials.
• Secure loads using straps, chains, webbing, and tarps.
• Check bills of lading, manifests, and freight for accuracy.
• Hook and unhook trailers.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, lift gates, and other equipment.
• Maintain required DOT documentation.
• Keep the truck and trailer clean and safe.
• Provide professional, friendly service to customers.
• Follow DOT, state, federal, and company safety requirements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match.
• Profit sharing.
• Paid time off.
• 10 company-paid holidays.
• Benefits begin on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

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