CDL-A Driver / Warehouse Associate
About the role
Fessenden Hall is a trusted name in building materials distribution established since 1890. The company offers long-term stability and a supportive culture where managers and coworkers genuinely care about employee success.
Compensation & Benefits
- Exceptional medical coverage: Fessenden Hall covers 80% of your premium and reimburses your full deductible, up to $4,000 individual or $8,000 family. Your effective deductible is $0, and out-of-pocket max is $6,550; above that, insurance pays 100%.
- Full employer-paid coverage: Includes dental, vision, life, AD&D (1x salary to $50,000), short-term disability, and long-term disability (60% income replacement to age 65).
- Retirement: 401(k) with auto-enrollment, discretionary company contributions, and full vesting after three years of service.
- Time off: Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, confidential and free, for you and your household.
Position Overview
This is an active, hands-on hybrid position combining warehouse operations and on-road delivery. You will split your time between loading and unloading trucks for next-day customer delivery, managing inventory, and delivering specialty building materials to customer sites across the service territory. Both roles require physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.
What You'll Do
Warehouse Duties
- Safe, efficient, and accurate loading of trucks for next-day customer delivery
- Safe and efficient unloading of incoming stock deliveries, including accurate verification against shipping documents
- Aid "will-call" customers by retrieving orders and loading their vehicles safely and promptly
- Load, unload, and stock inventory in a safe and careful manner
- Maintain the warehouse in a clean and orderly condition
- Build and maintain knowledge of company products
- Manage paperwork and reports as required
- Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions
Driving & Delivery Duties
- Secure materials: Physically handle and carefully secure building materials (laminates, plywood, solid surfaces) onto the truck, ensuring safe transport
- Safe transportation: Drive commercial vehicles to deliver materials from our warehouse to customer locations across Southern New Jersey & Greater Philadelphia
- Customer delivery & unloading: Work directly with customers at delivery sites, assisting with unloading and ensuring materials arrive in perfect condition
- Vehicle inspections & maintenance: Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, verify cargo is properly secured, and maintain accurate logs of vehicle repair status and working hours
- Safety & compliance: Follow all safety procedures for cargo transport, adhere to traffic laws, and maintain compliance with DOT regulations
What We're Looking For
- Licensing & Credentials:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid CDL A with clean driving record and clean MVR; must pass DOT physical and drug screening
- Forklift Driver's license, or willingness to be trained
- Experience & Skills:
- Minimum one year of commercial driving experience preferred
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Self-starter who works well independently and as part of a team
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. and remain on your feet for extended periods
- Able to work in varying weather conditions while remaining alert and focused
- Available for shift work
Ready to Join Our Family?
If you're a dependable, hardworking individual looking for a stable career with a company that values its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of the Fessenden Hall family!