Driver CDL 1 (Union) - Stockton, CA

reliance•Stockton, KS

About The Position

The Driver CDL 1 transports finished goods and raw materials between manufacturing plants, retail locations, and distribution centers, supporting the distribution of steel products. The role involves operating a semi-truck with one or two trailers, safely delivering materials on schedule, and handling required vehicle, cargo, and documentation checks. Drivers may also be temporarily assigned warehouse duties, including loading and unloading trailers. The position requires compliance with state and federal Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) and FMCSA rules, PDM safety and environmental health requirements, and company driver qualification standards. Drivers use equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, electronic logging devices, hand and power tools, and computer equipment. The role is classified as medium/heavy work, with lifting capacity up to 50 pounds required.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid state commercial driver’s license.
Meet D.O.T. physical and medical requirements and pass random substance abuse screenings.
Meet or exceed PDM’s Driver Qualification Standards.
Be well versed in D.O.T. and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Be a certified forklift operator.
Understand the different phases of warehouse processing.
Have working knowledge of computerized production systems, products, and inventory.
Understand and comply with PDM Safety and Environmental Health rules and regulations.
Use considerable judgment and discretion while driving.
Read and interpret maps, work orders, and oral instructions.
Communicate clearly and professionally with employees and customers.
Analyze and respond to emergency situations.
Be capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate a semi-truck with one or two trailers in accordance with state and federal D.O.T. laws.
Transport materials over required routes to the correct destinations safely and on schedule.
Move materials and items from truck trailers using overhead cranes or forklifts.
Receive and transport customer collections and C.O.D. payments.
Perform daily inspections of trucks, trailers, and cargo securement equipment.
Perform routine truck maintenance, including checking tire pressure, oil, coolant, and fuel levels.
Use an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to track, manage, and share records of duty status (RODS) data accurately.
Keep the truck and trailer clean, weather permitting.
Perform temporary warehouse duties as assigned, including loading and unloading trailers.
Complete other tasks assigned by a Supervisor and/or Manager.
Use hand tools, power tools, and computer equipment while observing production and safety standards.