CDL Driver: Class A

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Class A CDL driver to fill a Delivery Service Associate for local routes around our distribution center location. This position offers daily home time, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. The primary function of this safety sensitive position is to drive flatbed trucks and curtain-side trailers to deliver products efficiently and accurately to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Willing and able to work safely at all times.
• Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers.
• Drives and otherwise operates semi-truck and other non-cdl trucks according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
• Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.
• Affords assistance with loading of, or loads and unloads, goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.
• Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; submits electronically or directly to contact in shipping office.
• Performs daily pre-trip, post-trip, and routine inspections of truck and trailer to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that material loaded for delivery matches shipping documents and that the products are in good condition.
• Properly and safely secures material in the truck to ensure no damage in transit to include securing cargo for transport, using straps, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
• Ensures proper weight distribution of materials for DOT compliance.
• Maintains and updates electronic logbook, trip reports, and on-board computer as required to ensure they are up to date and DOT compliant at all times.
• Communicates any problems upon delivery to the branch immediately.
• Communicates and interacts with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Must meet all DOT qualification standards, including drug screening and Med Card
• Must have an acceptable driving record with no major violations in the past 3 years
• Minimum of 3 years of similar driving experience within the last 5 years
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent

Equal Opportunity Employer

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and paid time off. Cameron Ashley is an equal opportunity employer. Employment with the Company is always at-will.