Transfer Driver (6110)

GRIFFIN GREENHOUSE SUPPLIES INC • New Morgan, PA

4d • $33 - $35

About The Position

Are you a skilled CDL A transfer driver looking for a dynamic job with excellent benefits? At Griffin Greenhouse Supplies, we’re on the lookout for dedicated drivers to join our logistics team! Why Drive with Us? Earn a competitive wage while delivering essential products to our valued customers. Join a team that values your skills and contributions, where you’ll be recognized for your hard work. Can earn up to $2,500 annually with our Driver Incentive Program! We have modern updated equipment! Drive new equipment, including electric pallet jacks and liftgate trailers. Enjoy the comfort of being home every night. Guaranteed 40 hours of work each week. Receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus at hire, plus an additional $1,000 after successful completion of 6 months of employment. What You’ll Do: Lift and maneuver freight, including lifting 75-100lbs pounds as needed. Safely transport our products to various locations while adhering to all traffic and DOT laws. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure Equipment safety. Communicate effectively with dispatches and customers to ensure timely deliveries. Work with updated equipment, including trailers equipped with power pallet jacks and lift gates. Handle mostly palletized freight along with Load proofing all deliveries. This position follows a consistent weekly transfer route and requires punctual arrivals at various distribution centers. Schedule & Route Overview: Monday: Transfer to Brookhaven, NY (Long Island). Arrival required by 7:45 AM. Tuesday: Transfer to Richmond, VA. Arrival required by 7:45 AM. Wednesday PM/Thursday AM: Transfer to Danbury, CT. Arrival required by 2:45 AM. Friday: Reserved for vendor pickups, customer deliveries, or operational needs. Driver must be comfortable navigating congested metropolitan areas including New York City/Long Island, Washington DC, and Richmond, VA. Approximately 10% of shipments may involve multi-stop, touch-freight customer deliveries across rural, suburban, or urban areas. What We Offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) including floating holidays, sick/personal days, and vacation time 401(k) plan with a 25% company match up to 6% Company Profit Sharing Plan Summer hours for enhanced work-life balance Tuition reimbursement program Christmas holiday bonus Wellness incentives based on participation And many more valuable benefits! OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU! At Griffin, we are committed to fair and equal treatment of all employees and future applicants. We believe that diversity fosters innovation and collaboration, making us a stronger organization. We hold ourselves accountable for maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and expect our employees to treat one another with respect. Together, we work towards a workplace where every voice is valued, every perspective is embraced, and every opportunity is accessible. Our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, from recruitment to advancement, ensuring a fair and equitable environment for all team members. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer, and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, status as a covered veteran or any other protected classification under law. Griffin is EOE, ADA and E-Verify compliant. The hourly wage for this role will be determined based on various factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The starting pay is $33-35/hr. and may be adjusted in the future. In addition, this position is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health, disability, life, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Requirements

• Valid CDL A license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and excellent communication skills.
• Hazmat Endorsement needed (can receive after hired)
• Flexibility to work varying hours and adapt to schedule changes.
• Proven ability to operate safely and efficiently in congested urban environments
• Comfortable with early morning arrivals and occasional overnight or split-shift schedules
• Capable of navigating multi-state routes with varying terrain and traffic patterns
• Willingness to perform occasional touch-freight deliveries (~10% of time)
• Strong time-management skills with commitment to on-time arrivals at scheduled transfer points
• Ability to use routing software, GPS, and maintain accurate logs in compliance with DOT regulations
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Physical ability to load/unload light freight as needed and conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections
• Familiarity with DOT hours of service, vehicle height/clearance planning, and defensive driving best practices

Responsibilities

• Lift and maneuver freight, including lifting 75-100lbs pounds as needed.
• Safely transport our products to various locations while adhering to all traffic and DOT laws.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure Equipment safety.
• Communicate effectively with dispatches and customers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Work with updated equipment, including trailers equipped with power pallet jacks and lift gates.
• Handle mostly palletized freight along with Load proofing all deliveries.
• This position follows a consistent weekly transfer route and requires punctual arrivals at various distribution centers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including floating holidays, sick/personal days, and vacation time
• 401(k) plan with a 25% company match up to 6%
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• Summer hours for enhanced work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Christmas holiday bonus
• Wellness incentives based on participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees