CDL A Truck Driver - West Orange

AWISCO Corp; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AWISCO Corp in New Jersey seeks a Delivery Driver to safely and efficiently transport welding and industrial supplies within the NJ tri-state area, returning home daily.

Requires CDL A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, Medical Card, and ability to lift 50+ lbs with flexibility for days, evenings, and weekends. You will plan trips, load/unload cylinders, secure cargo, and maintain logs.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Medical Card required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and operate basic loading equipment.
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents for transport.
• Load and unload cylinders safely and ensure proper securing.
• Follow safety procedures and drive in accordance with laws.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Maintain logs and bills of lading; report incidents to management.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat Endorsement

Tanker Endorsement

Medical Card

Customer communication

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW: AWISCO is a leading distributor in the Welding and Industrial Supply sector, committed to delivering top-tier products and outstanding customer service across diverse industries such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. With a broad spectrum of industrial supplies and gases, AWISCO stands as a trusted partner for our clients' needs.

SUMMARY:Delivering products to and from customers in a safe, courteous and timely manner. The delivery route will consist of stops in New Jersey as well as the rest of the tri-state area. Drivers will return to the base and their homes each day.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods

· Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of all full and empty cylinders

· Secure materials on vehicles and ensure the truck is properly loaded and compliant with safety requirements

· Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspection of vehicle

· Perform all deliveries while following all vehicle state laws and driving in a safe manner

· Periodically perform load checks through the course of the day to ensure that the load is secure and make adjustments as necessary

· Follow safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials

· Manage bills of lading and log books

· Report any and all incidents to the dispatcher/management team

· Report any missing permits, paperwork, and gas card to the dispatcher/management team

· Report serious mechanical problems to the manager

· Relay all customer concerns to management

· Fill vehicles with gas or diesel

· Keep truck and equipment tidy and in good working condition

· Perform other related duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Prior commercial driving experience

· Valid CDL Class A designation Required

· Valid Medical Card

· Valid Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements

• Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals
• Use basic math accurately to add and subtract
• Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand
• Occasionally required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Continually operate vehicle
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 50 pounds
• Continually exposed to wet, humid or cold weather conditions
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work in high or precarious places
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently hear very loud noise (example: Tanks banging to the floor)
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Trucks and Forklift

About AWISCO: https://youtu.be/hVRCGSgy4CI?si=aXofQzuZFShQc9BQ

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.