CDL-A Driver: Regional Freight Delivery & Growth

Fastenal Co.; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastenal Co. in Wallingford, CT is seeking a full-time Driver (DOT - CDL) - Class A to join our distribution team. You will operate late-model tractors or straight trucks, deliver to branches and on-site customer locations, and unload at each stop.

You’ll work a multi-day shift with occasional overnight routes; safety and DOT regulations are emphasized, including drug testing and background checks. This role offers a base pay range of $70,000-$85,000 plus bonus/commission and benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Possess or are currently in progress of obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Possess a current Health Card OR have the ability to obtain one.
• Possess a current Haz Mat endorsement OR have the ability to obtain one (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
• Meet Fastenal driving record requirements
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of the DOT regulations in regards to a CDL Driver
• Maintain DOT regulated Drivers Hours-of-Service
• Willingness to drive interstate routes across state lines
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Lift up to 60 lbs. and maneuver up to 150lbs.
• Successfully complete the required DOT drug and alcohol screens, road test, employment verification and background check

Responsibilities

• Utilizing a handheld scanner
• Unloading product from trucks by hand, pallet jack, or by forklift
• Providing excellent service to our branches and customers by delivering product in a prompt, efficient manner
• Interacting with our shipping and receiving departments
• Maintaining a clean work environment within our equipment
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of work area
• Inspecting and reporting defects or issues in equipment
• Complying with DOT and Fastenal safety regulations
• Complying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectations
• Participating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectives
• Learning, passing, and practicing various environmental health and safety trainings

Skills

Communication skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Interstate driving willingness

Teamwork and integrity

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Fastenal Co. in Wallingford, CT is seeking a full-time Driver (DOT - CDL) - Class A to join our distribution team. You will operate late-model tractors or straight trucks, deliver to branches and on-site customer locations, and unload at each stop.

You’ll work a multi-day shift with occasional overnight routes; safety and DOT regulations are emphasized, including drug testing and background checks. This role offers a base pay range of $70,000-$85,000 plus bonus/commission and benefits.