CDL Driver
About The Position
The CDL Driver operates a semi-truck or trailer in compliance with applicable transportation laws and regulations, transporting loads safely and on time along assigned routes. The role may include shipping-agent duties, such as collecting shipping orders, preparing freight estimates and shipping documents, and scheduling or negotiating transportation. The driver may assist with loading and unloading, perform routine truck checks, report maintenance issues, organize trailers in shipping yards, and deliver completed documentation to the appropriate office or colleague. The position may also involve assisting and training junior colleagues and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- Typically possesses a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Typically has 2–4 years of experience.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with customers and colleagues at delivery points.
- Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Specialized driver's license(s), such as a commercial driver's license, may be required.
Responsibilities
- May collect shipping orders; prepare estimates for freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs; prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other documents; and schedule or negotiate transportation of products or materials.
- Operate a semi-truck or trailer according to applicable federal and state or provincial transportation laws and regulations.
- Transport loads safely and on time over specified routes while obeying traffic and freight-carrier regulations and laws.
- Assist with loading or unloading products or materials, using specialized equipment when warranted.
- Unload empty pallets and return equipment to the designated area.
- Deliver relevant documentation to the shipping office or appropriate colleague after completing a delivery route.
- Perform routine truck service checks, including checking fluids, fuel, and air, and report maintenance issues and malfunctions.
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
- May assist and train junior colleagues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- Colleague Stock Purchase Plan (CSPP)
- Tuition assistance
- Legal insurance options
- Pet insurance options
- Other voluntary and wellness programs
- Possible short-term incentive
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
