Semi-Truck Driver

Description

Northwest Hardwoods is the premier Hardwood Lumber producer in the industry, serving furniture, cabinet, molding, and millwork segments worldwide. We operate manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. We are searching for a Semi-Truck Driver, paid by the load, for local and overnight routes.

Paid by the load position

Pick up containers at the port

Take containers to the mill

Have containers loaded

Return containers to the port

Load chips and sawdust from the bins into trailers

Take chips and sawdust in the trailer to the paper mill

Inspect the vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance

Comply with truck driving rules and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures

Maneuver the truck into the loading and unloading positions

Report defects, accidents, or violations

Keep the vehicle clean and safe at all times

Other duties as assigned by the Manager

PAID BY THE LOAD!

Based out of Daily, WV

• Take containers to the mill
• Have containers loaded
• Return containers to the port (Optional)
• Load chips and sawdust from the bins into trailers
• Take chips and sawdust in the trailer to the paper mill
• Inspect the vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures
• Maneuver the truck into the loading and unloading positions
• Report defects, accidents, or violations
• Keep the vehicle clean and safe at all times
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager

• Valid CDL
• Clean driving record
• Be safety conscious, have a positive attitude
• Have and maintain an excellent attendance record
• Pre-employment physical and pass a DOT drug screen
• Wear personal protective equipment at the loading and unloading points
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL - Class A
• Certificate from an accredited CDL school
• 21 years or older
• At least six months of OTR experience

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to drive for extended periods of time (approximately 475 miles round-trip per day)
• Ability to climb up to the bin and onto the truck trailer