CDL-A or B Driver

Root River Hardwoods, Inc; Minnesota; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Root River Hardwoods, Inc in Preston, MN is seeking a CDL-A/B Driver for local routes with full-time hours and paid training. You will transport hardwood lumber, millwork, and related materials, loading and unloading as needed while maintaining safety and documentation.

Responsibilities include driving safely under DOT rules, coordinating with dispatch, and supporting warehouse and yard tasks when not driving. CDL and DOT certs are required; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Clean driving record and insurance requirements.
• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to become certified.
• Experience hauling building materials or lumber preferred.
• Ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles in accordance with all DOT, FMCSA, and company regulations.
• Deliver and pick up lumber, millwork products, and other materials on scheduled routes.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Inspect, verify, and secure all loads to ensure safe transport and prevent damage.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Complete bills of lading, delivery tickets, inspection reports, mileage logs, and other required documentation.
• Communicate delivery schedules, delays, and customer concerns with dispatch and management.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service during deliveries and pickups.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, warehouse organization, and yard operations as needed.
• Maintain clean trucks, trailers, and work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT regulations

Customer service

Load handling

Pre-trip inspection

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

We're hiring in Preston. Production roles and CDL drivers, training provided.

CDL-A or B Driver

Logistics | Local routes | Full-time, paid training

The CDL Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of hardwood lumber, millwork products, and related materials to customers, vendors, and company locations. This position also performs loading and unloading of trucks, secures loads in compliance with DOT regulations, completes required documentation, and assists with warehouse and yard operations when not driving. The CDL Driver represents Root River Hardwoods through professional customer service and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles in accordance with all DOT, FMCSA, and company regulations.
• Deliver and pick up lumber, millwork products, and other materials on scheduled routes.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Inspect, verify, and secure all loads to ensure safe transport and prevent damage.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Complete bills of lading, delivery tickets, inspection reports, mileage logs, and other required documentation.
• Communicate delivery schedules, delays, and customer concerns with dispatch and management.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service during deliveries and pickups.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, warehouse organization, and yard operations as needed.
• Maintain clean trucks, trailers, and work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet company insurance requirements.
• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to become certified.
• Experience hauling building materials, lumber, or industrial products preferred.
• Ability to safely operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles.