Truck Driver
Burwell Material Handling · Baton Rouge, LA · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
We’re hiring a full-time Truck Driver in Baton Rouge, Louisiana — and you’ll be home every night. You’ll deliver rental equipment like forklifts and boom lifts to customer sites, with occasional trips to nearby branches.
Responsibilities
- Transport, deliver, and retrieve construction and material handling equipment
- Operate commercial and non-commercial vehicles safely and efficiently
- Perform daily vehicle inspections before and after pickups/deliveries
- Load and unload equipment safely (boom lifts, forklifts, etc.) using proper chaining and strapping methods
- Maintain accurate delivery documents and daily logs
- Maneuver equipment through varied terrain and tight spaces when needed
- Communicate with branch leadership and dispatch regarding delivery schedules
- Observe safety protocols at all job sites and facilities
- Report all incidents, damage, or delays promptly to the Branch Manager or dispatch
- Provide basic assistance to customers with equipment questions during deliveries
- Maintain flexibility in daily tasks to meet customer needs
- Represent Burwell with a professional attitude and appearance
- Be available for occasional overtime depending on business demand
Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of recent tractor trailer driving experience
- A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- A current DOT medical card
- Proven ability to safely load/unload and secure equipment
- Familiarity with chaining, strapping, and DOT safety standards
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- A high school diploma or GED
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Excellent benefits starting day one – Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 401(k) with Company Match
- Progressive Paid Time Off and Holidays – starting with 3 weeks PTO in your first year
- Paid parental leave for moms and dads
- Opportunities for growth and internal promotion
- Annual Community Impact Day – paid volunteer time in the places we work and live
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience
Schedule
Full-time position with the possibility of occasional overtime depending on business demand