Truck Driver - Class A

The Epler Ave. location in Indianapolis, IN is currently looking to hire an experienced and safety conscious Truck Driver. The primary function of this role is to deliver materials to job sites and/or off-load OTR hauled materials at job sites in a vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of up to 80,000 lbs. legally and safely.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive delivery tickets, load trucks, drive to job sites, and unload materials.
• Ensure load is properly secured to prevent breakage or damage.
• Obtain signatures or warehouse scans upon delivery.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound orders.
• Operate powered industrial equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain equipment and keep maintenance records up to date.
• Complete delivery logs accurately.
• Follow route and time schedule.
• Responsible for loading the truck properly, safely, and legally.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Report defects, accidents, and violations immediately.
• Track and report working hours.
• Assist with month-end physical inventories, and resolve any discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned as needed.
• Good housekeeping skills.

Essential Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills and customer service oriented.
• Good organizational, math, computer and clerical skills.
• Ability to operate heavy yard equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision.
• Knowledge of building products, proper storage, safe handling and transportation methods preferred.
• Safety conscious.
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• A CDL Class A with Air Brakes requirement.
• High school diploma, GED or Technical Trade.
• One to two years of material handling and/or delivery experience in the building products industry preferred.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and as such the employee may also be required to perform other reasonably related business duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or other management personnel as needed.