CDL Class A Driver

About the Role

The CDL Class Driver is responsible for the pick-up and delivery of local freight, using a variety of vehicles. Also assists in loading and unloading trucks and flatbed; participates in general warehouse and customer service duties.

• Efficiently and safely pick-up and deliver local freight using flatbed truck.
• Load and/or unload vehicles, trailers, or flatbed.
• Move freight within yard or warehouse using forklift or other equipment as necessary.
• Process paperwork related to freight.
• Inspect vehicles as appropriate.
• Interact with customers in a polite and professional manner.
• Consistently follow all safety procedures and attend safety meetings.
• Minor vehicle maintenance and cleaning.
• Warehouse clean up.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Communication skills are necessary as the position interacts with customers, vendors, contractors and/or suppliers. Contacts may be face-to-face or via telephone.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in a variety of weather conditions.
• Good verbal communication and customer service skills (in English).
• Must be able to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and other paperwork.
• Must exercise good judgment, decision-making, and focus.
• Ability to use radio and telephone.
• Must be conscientious and aware of safety procedures and issues.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Knowledge of good lifting techniques.

• High school education is required.
• Minimum of six months of experience is required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Class A CDL and good driving records.
• Hazardous Materials Certification.
• Forklift Certification.
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification.

• Must be able to push or pull heavy loads (up to 200 pounds) with a 2000-pound pallet jack.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to sit in a vehicle for long stretches of time.
• Must be able to operate all equipment in a vehicle, which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, fingering, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feet.

Work is either performed in a general warehouse environment, outside in the elements, in a company vehicle or at a customer site. Exposure to exhaust fumes is likely. Overtime may be mandatory, and a Sunday rotation may be a regular part of the schedule. Conditions may also include exposure to environmental noise.