CDL Driver - Class A

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This position will be located in: Cedar Rapids, IA

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled.

Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed Final date to receive applications. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.

Supports the operation functions of the warehouse and delivery services. Provides delivery of materials to customer sites or branch locations. Maintains a clean vehicle, daily driver logs and daily vehicle inspection reports. Completes truck summary, drivers log and other back detail daily. Assists with loading and unloading material and provides exceptional customer service.

• Provides delivery of material to customer sites or other branch locations.
• Maintains delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage data.
• Maintains daily driver logs and daily vehicle inspection reports (DVIR).
• Completes truck summary, driver's log and other backup detail daily.
• Must observe and adhere to all local, state, and federal DOT regulations and BSE driver policies.
• Must have a full understanding of truck routes and may coordinate deliveries with our own trucks
• Loads and unloads material at the branch and customer locations.
• Supports the operation functions of the warehouse.

• May be responsible for conducting Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) as part of their daily route.
• May perform warehouse functions including, but not limited to, order filling, stocking shelves, processing returns, receiving and shipping, as needed.
• May check and pack material to be delivered.
• Performs/assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager.

• Prefer a minimum of a two-year business/trade degree or equivalent in work experience.
• Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and good knowledge of electrical products/systems is preferred.
• Minimum of 21 years of age is required.
• Clean driving record is essential.
• A valid Class A CDL driver's license for the state of residence along with a current medical certification is required. (Trainees must successfully complete the CDL driving state test when training is complete.)
• Ability to read, write and speak in English required.
• Working knowledge of PC for Windows, Internet, Email and SAP software is a plus.

• Performs all aspects of the job as accurately and efficiently as possible while providing exceptional customer service at all times.
• Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies
• Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
• Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing and speaking English) skills
• Ability to effectively plan and organize.

Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):

Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently 34 - 66% Continuously: 67 - 100%

• Lift from Floor to Waist:
  • < 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 101+ lbs. – Not at all
• Above Waist Lift:
  • < 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Not at all
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. – Not at all
• Unilateral Carry:
  • < 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Not at all
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. – Not at all
• Bilateral Carry:
  • < 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. – Not at all

Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:

• Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) –
  Continuously
• Standing (for sustained periods of time) –
  Occasionally
• Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) –
  Frequently
• Bending/Stooping (downward and…