Driver, Truck (USA)

Serta Simmons • Charlotte, NC

5d

About The Position

Serta Simmons Bedding is hiring a truck driver to safely transport merchandise on regional routes. Drivers are home on weekends and receive an assigned company truck. The role involves partial-touch freight and driver tailgating, as well as ensuring cargo is properly located, distributed, and secured. Drivers must meet all applicable DOT requirements and comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements under DOT and company guidelines (US only).

The job requires extended periods of sitting and driving, with occasional physical activity to accommodate soft-touch handling of merchandise. The company offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and employee discounts. Additional listed benefits and perks include an HSA contribution, paid parental leave, disability coverage, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of verifiable CDL Class A driving experience; candidates with 1 year of experience may be considered for the training program.
• Current and valid Class A CDL and driver's license issued by only one state or jurisdiction.
• At least 21 years old (25 in Canada).
• Physically qualified to drive a truck in accordance with DOT requirements, regulations, and standards.
• Solid motor vehicle record, with no serious violations.
• Ability to safely operate plant motor vehicles and determine whether cargo is properly located, distributed, and secured.
• Familiarity with methods and procedures for securing cargo.
• Submit to drug and alcohol testing as required under DOT and company guidelines (US only).
• Great attitude and ability to meet all DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate plant motor vehicles and drive regional routes.
• Determine whether cargo is properly located, distributed, and secured.
• Handle partial-touch freight and driver tailgating.
• Comply with DOT requirements and submit to drug and alcohol testing as required by DOT and company guidelines.
• Provide customer service and demonstrate urgency and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick days
• Company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts on company-made products
• Annual employee contribution to HSA
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Discount programs, including friends and family discounts
• Referral bonus
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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