Driver (DOT - CDL)

Fastenal•Wallingford, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Fastenal is hiring a full-time Class A Driver (DOT - CDL) for its transportation team. The driver represents Fastenal’s fleet, making deliveries from distribution centers to branches and customer on-site locations. The driver operates a well-maintained, late-model tractor-trailer or straight truck and unloads pre-loaded freight at each stop. Most routes average 10–12 stops, and established routes may change periodically based on company needs. The position is based at the manufacturing facility at 61 Barnes Industrial Park North, Wallingford, CT 06492, and the listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Fastenal is committed to environmental protection and a safe, healthy workplace, integrating environmental, health, safety, and sustainability considerations into its business decisions, plans, and operations. The company describes an entrepreneurial culture and a commitment to training, internal promotion, and employee growth.

Requirements

Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Possess or be in the process of obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
Possess a current Health Card or be able to obtain one.
Possess a current Haz Mat endorsement or be able to obtain one; applicable in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Guam only.
Meet Fastenal driving record requirements.
Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of DOT regulations for CDL drivers.
Maintain DOT-regulated Drivers Hours-of-Service.
Be willing to drive interstate routes across state lines.
Demonstrate ambition, innovation, integrity, and teamwork.
Be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and maneuver up to 150 lbs.
Successfully complete required DOT drug and alcohol screens, a road test, employment verification, and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Prior driving work experience.
Prior experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

Use a handheld scanner.
Unload product from trucks by hand, with a pallet jack, or with a forklift.
Deliver products promptly and efficiently while providing excellent service to branches and customers.
Interact with shipping and receiving departments.
Maintain clean equipment and keep the work area clean and organized.
Inspect equipment and report defects or issues.
Comply with DOT and Fastenal safety regulations.
Follow health, safety, and sustainability rules and expectations.
Participate in activities and programs that help achieve company health, safety, and sustainability objectives.
Learn, pass, and practice environmental health and safety training.