CDL Driver

SRS Distribution Inc.•Champaign, IL

11d•$24 - $30

About The Position

The primary function of the Warehouse & CDL Driver is to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with the company policies and Federal and State regulations while delivering all freight undamaged. The Warehouse & CDL Driver is also responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery setup.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
1-3 years of experience or more is preferred.
Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Minimum Class B License, Class A strongly preferred.
Must have a clear three (3) year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
Must have overall knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations.
Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position while driving a commercial vehicle 40% of the time.
Must be able to frequently lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for loading/unloading.
Constantly moving from unloading materials from the commercial motor vehicle onto the job site.
Constantly operating a commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle.
Constantly positioning self to unload materials from flatbed or boom.
Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom.
Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Constantly working in an outside environment while making deliveries.
Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines.
Must be able to manage stress depending on customers’ deadlines.
Must be able to multitask.
Must be able to receive information and directions.
Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Responsibilities

Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy.
Inspect truck/trailer for defects for safe operation.
Safely load building materials onto flatbed or boom truck and unload products at commercial and residential job sites.
Deliver materials to assigned area as directed by the customer while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you.
Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Must report all accidents involving driver or company equipment.
Stamina to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for loading/unloading.
Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place them in appropriate areas for customer pick up or delivery; load and unload trucks as necessary.
Maintain inventory controls through minimizing material damage and ensuring order accuracy.
Ability to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations.
Establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service.
Wear protective gear and steel-toed boots.
Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Excellent customer service skills and professional attitude

Benefits

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance.
Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
Employee Referral Bonus Program