CDL A Driver

Lumbermen's; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Clothing allowance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training and development

Job summary

Lumbermen’s operates as a leading, employee-owned distributor and manufacturer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a Toledo division. CDL-A drivers will pick up goods from suppliers and deliver to customers, while also transferring between locations.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and building long-term business relationships with customers and partners. Employees enjoy an ESOP and a collaborative work environment, plus benefits and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license with a clean driving record.
• Forklift operation ability is a plus.
• Physical labor with lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to drive safely and efficiently.
• Strong communication with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead in Lumbermen’s culture and values while being a positive example for customers and co-workers.
• Load and unload trailers using straps and side curtain trailers.
• Properly secure all material loaded on the truck.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and Lumbermen’s safety rules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and coworkers on the road.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety minded

Education

CDL Class A license

Job description

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We areemployee ownedandrelationship powered.

HOURS: 1st Shift

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Based out of our Toledo Division, our CDL-A Truck Drivers pick up goods from our suppliers and deliver them to our customers, building and solidifying strong business relationships. They may also transfer goods between our locations. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Living Out Lumbermen’s Culture– Leading in and modeling Lumbermen’s core values while creating an atmosphere where Lumbermen’s is ‘first choice’ of our customers.
• Loading Products– Loading and unloading trailers using tie down straps and operating side curtain trailers.
• Securing Orders– Properly securing all material loaded on their truck.
• Staying Compliant– Properly maintaining their Lumbermen’s-supplied CMV ensuring compliance with required mechanical maintenance per DOT regulations.
• Ensuring Safety– Following all DOT and Company safety regulations.
• Teamwork– Building and maintaining strong relationships on behalf of Lumbermen’s with all those they come in contact with, including customers, suppliers, fellow employee owners and patrons on the road.

At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships. It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success.

This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE.

WHO WE NEED:

An employee ownerwho embraces, models, and promotes Lumbermen’s Mission, Vision, and Promise and has:

• Ability to effectively work and communicate with fellow employee owners.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks at one time.
• Desire to “do things right the first time.”
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work and drive safely and efficiently.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• CDL Class A license with a clean driving record
• Ability to operate a forklift (trailer loading experience a plus).
• Ability to do physical labor including lifting of up to 75lbs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us. You will experience a different kind of work environment and “family” here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices, and earning consideration. Other benefits include:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending/health savings account
• 401(k)
• Ulliance Life Advisor EAP
• Clothing allowance (for applicable roles)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and development

Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace. In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.