Allentown PA CDL Driver Class A (Average 85K)

Orgill, Inc., founded in 1847, is an independently-owned company that distributes hardware and home improvement products to retailers across the United States and in more than 60 countries. We are recognized as an industry leader for developing innovative retail programs and services designed to fulfill our mission: Help Our Customers Be Successful.

About the role

We are seeking a Driver who is primarily responsible for supporting distribution center operations by efficiently delivering hardware-related merchandise to Orgill, Inc. customers, transporting returned items or materials back to the distribution center, and shuttling merchandise to consolidation facilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products.
• Safely maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
• Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service, trip reports, and other documentation required by company, state, and federal regulations.
• Secure cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, binders, and covers.
• Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
• Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine conditions and quality.
• Routinely perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Make correct and accurate decisions when interacting with customers and the motoring public.
• Meet deadlines and complete individual daily goals.

Requirements

• Current possession and ability to maintain a Class A CDL; must be able to obtain Hazmat endorsement; Doubles and Triples endorsements preferred.
• Excellent MVR and driving background.
• Ability to qualify physically for and obtain a Medical Examiner’s certificate pursuant to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Two years of driving experience.
• Commitment to high standards of safety and compliance with all safety policies.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to meet physical assessment requirements for this position, including:
  • Walking, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, squatting, climbing, grasping, and lifting as necessary for vehicle inspections and coupling/uncoupling processes.
  • Maneuvering items weighing above 75 pounds with appropriate equipment (e.g., unloading merchandise using a manual pallet jack, unloading freight by hand or with a dolly/hand truck).
• Ability to read and interpret maps and complete trip plans.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.

Benefits

• 8 paid holidays.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low premiums and low deductibles.
• Prescription plan.
• Urgent care coverage up to 100% paid.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Disability insurance.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.
• Additional optional coverages for life, accident, and other needs.
• Hotel accommodations paid when out on the road.