CDL Driver
Brief Overview
The CDL Driver I is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of materials to various job sites and other locations. This role requires maintaining a Class A or B Driver's license, inspecting and maintaining trucks, reporting shortages and claims to supervisors, and assisting in loading and storing of materials.
- Maintain thorough pre- and post-trip DOT inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with federal regulations.
- Provide exceptional customer service by maintaining a professional demeanor, addressing client needs, representing the company positively during all interactions, and relaying messages received from customers while on job sites.
- Organize and secure loads to ensure safe transport and verify orders for accuracy before departure and upon delivery.
- Adhere to all regulations and safety guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and comply with all regulations and conditions outlined in applicable permits.
- Prepare and maintain accurate DOT-compliant logs of driving hours, on-duty time, and rest periods in accordance with federal regulations.
- Deliver and unloads materials accurately and safely, ensuring customer satisfaction at the point of delivery.
- Record all merchandise returned by truck and assist in unloading materials returned for credit, ensuring proper documentation and handling.
- Safely and efficiently operate a truck-mounted forklift to load, unload, and transport materials at job sites.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the truck, ensuring it is well-kept and ready for operation.
- Afford assistance with stocking and organizing inventory in the warehouse and production areas.
Pay Range
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour.
Required For All Jobs
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
Education Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or GED is required.
Experience Qualifications
- Basic CDL experience with flat beds and/or tractor trailers is required.
- One to two years of CDL experience is preferred.
- Experience transporting and handling lumber and building materials is required.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions and complete forms.
- Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
- Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
- Maintain current operator’s license and meet company driver qualification requirements.
- Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
- Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, GPS and other necessary business applications).
- Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, dispatchers, and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries.
- Knowledge and understanding of federal DOT regulations, logbook requirements, and HOS compliance.
Licenses and Certifications
- A Class A CDL License or Class B CDL License is required.
- For Boom Crane CDL Driver positions - a Certified Drill Rig Operator-NCCCO Boom Certification is preferred and maintained as an active accredited certification for equipment type (e.g. NCCCO, NCCER, CIC).
Additional Potential Opportunities
Based on experience, additional potential opportunities include:
- CDL Driver II
- CDL Long haul
- CDL Wide Load
- CDL Driver Boom Crane
Company Information
Scott's Lumber, a division of US LBM, provides a wide range of building materials to construction professionals, combining the advantages of our national scale with the excellent service levels, expertise, entrepreneurial culture and customer relationships of our local brand. As a people-first company, passionate about continuous improvement, US LBM is proud to provide our associates access to the resources, training and developmental opportunities to empower them to succeed today, while growing professionally and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.