Delivery Driver - CDL Class A

About the Company

Shepherd Electric Supply, founded in 1892, is a leading wholesale electrical distributor serving the Baltimore/Washington area and beyond. We pride ourselves on providing reliable, accurate delivery of electrical materials so contractors can stay on schedule.

As a delivery driver, you are the last mile of our commitment to customers. Your timely arrival, accurate load handling, and professional conduct directly impact project success.

Monday – Friday, 4:00am – 1:00pm.

Starting rate: $30.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• Operate tractor–trailer and box/flatbed trucks on assigned routes throughout the Richmond service area.
• Deliver electrical materials accurately and on time to job sites, contractor yards, and customer locations.
• Confirm delivery accuracy before departure and document any discrepancies immediately.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch and branch operations if a delivery is at risk of delay.
• Complete thorough pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections every shift.
• Operate equipment safely and in full compliance with DOT regulations and Shepherd safety standards.
• Report mechanical issues, equipment needs, or safety concerns to leadership without delay.
• Assist with loading and unloading, including wrapping pallets and staging outbound freight.
• Support warehouse operations during non‑driving time, including picking and packing customer orders when required.
• Represent Shepherd professionally at every delivery; communicate clearly and courteously with job‑site personnel and contractors.
• Flag any customer feedback, complaints, or concerns to your Manager on the same day.
• Return vehicle in the condition it left — fueled, clean, and ready for the next run.

• Routes run on time and deliveries are complete and correct.
• Pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections completed every shift without prompting.
• Discrepancies documented and communicated the day they occur.
• Customers report professional, reliable interactions.
• Warehouse team trusts the loads staged or packed are correct.

• Safety‑first mindset, performing every pre‑trip inspection and run with care.
• Proactive communicator who raises issues early.
• Professional representation of Shepherd at every stop.
• Reliable, showing up ready and ready to execute.
• Team player who works with the warehouse to ensure correct loads.
• Understanding that missed deliveries or sloppy loads break customer promises.

• Valid CDL Class A license.
• Current DOT and Medical Certification cards.
• Minimum 3years of driving experience with a clean motor‑vehicle record.
• Ability to operate a tractor‑trailer with manual transmission and knowledge of air‑brake systems.
• Ability to lift up to 80lb regularly and perform the physical requirements of the role.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Forklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain through onsite training.
• Availability for schedule adjustments as business needs require.
• Pass pre‑employment background check and drug screening.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Richmond‑area delivery routes (preferred).

Shepherd Electric Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of veteran or disabled status.