CDL Truck Driver

Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville•Hopkinsville, KY

12d•$22

About The Position

We are looking for a reliable and safety-minded CDL driver to haul materials and make deliveries! Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville, formerly Legacy Metals, is a rapidly growing, family owned business located in Hopkinsville, KY and is a leading provider of pole barns, barndominium and houses. We operate a full-service lumber yard and manufacture metal siding and trim. We've experienced rapid growth by maintaining an amazing team and great customer service where we have consistently been voted "Best in Class" by our customers. In addition to career growth opportunities and an engaging work environment, Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville offers these generous benefits: Employer Sponsored Health Insurance Vision and Dental Insurance Up to 3% Match on Simple IRA Clothing Allowance PTO Paid Holidays Position Summary The CDL truck driver is responsible for the successful transportation and delivery of materials and goods to designated destinations. The driver is responsible for executing deliveries in the most efficient, safest, and professional way possible.

Requirements

High school diploma
Valid Class A or B CDL required, Class A preferred
Two-year relevant experience preferred
Two-year clean driving record
Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles (Forklift, Moffit, etc)
Excellent communication skills
Meet compliance with third party DOT safety and compliance vendors
Capable of lifting 80 lbs repetitively

Responsibilities

Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers.
Obeying and following applicable traffic laws , including use of seat belts and driving the speed limit
Securing loads and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle .
Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations .
Ensuring any mechanical issues are communicated to maintenance.
Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules .
Complying with truck driving rules and regulations .
Reporting defects, accidents, and violations .
Loading and unloading orders at the correct delivery sites.
Interacting with customers in a professional manner .
Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports .
Maintain proper documentation for all deliveries.
Verifying loads for accuracy .
Follow all safety and PPE requirements during unloading stage of delivery.