CDL Driver

About the Role

This position involves performing a variety of tasks related to day-to-day sales, product transportation, issue, receipt, delivery, and control for a distribution center. The role includes driving trucks for short and long distances to deliver products to customers while adhering to company safety policies and state/federal transportation regulations. Additional warehouse duties may include prioritizing and picking materials, loading/unloading trucks, and managing physical inventory.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload delivery trucks, including physically moving and lifting products weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Transport products from origin to destination in a timely manner as assigned.
• Verify incoming and outgoing product for accuracy in amount, size, and type; report inventory shortages and assist in periodic inventory counts.
• Familiarize yourself with product literature, promotions, and programs to convey product information and availability to customers.
• Ensure all administrative paperwork for delivery orders is available for inspection and accompanies shipments.
• Maintain professional representation of the company in customer interactions and through responsible driving.
• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including driver’s logs, fuel purchases, and mileage records.
• Abide by all company safety policies and state/federal transportation regulations.
• Operate powered industrial vehicles (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers) safely and maintain required operator licenses.
• Organize warehouse stock by product line and physical alignment, allowing space for overflow.
• Perform periodic facilities maintenance and custodial tasks, such as cleaning the parking lot, loading dock, and warehouse floors.
• Compile and submit reports on damaged, outdated, or defective stock, over/under shipments, and product returns.
• Prioritize and pick materials to fill orders and stage products for loading.
• Assist in administrative tasks, such as handling and preparing paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and handle receipts, read maps, maintain logs, etc.
• Ability to manage processes or procedures while prioritizing safety and compliance.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Ability to drive in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, or tight loading areas.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid CDL Class A Driver License with an Airbrakes endorsement.
• Must be able to obtain or currently hold a CDL Medical card.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 8 years of route delivery driver experience desired.