CDL Class A Driver

Veritiv; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday – Friday schedule

Home Daily

Medical and Retirement Benefits Day 1

Job summary

Veritiv is seeking a CDL Class A Truck Driver in New Jersey (Burlington area) to deliver and pick up stock safely and on time. You will work with a team, inspect loads, and maintain delivery records while following DOT regulations.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate warehouse equipment. Hazmat endorsement is preferred and must be obtained within six weeks.

Qualifications

• Must be available to 1st work shift.
• This is a represented position.
• Clean DOT driving record; must have a valid Class A CDL.
• Hazmat endorsement preferred and required within six weeks.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment; liftgate experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods and supplies onsite and offsite following procedures for on-time delivery.
• Visually inspect loaded trucks to ensure proper packing and loading; report defects.
• Follow an assigned schedule and provide professional interactions with customers.
• Document delivery records and monitor inventory levels.
• Operate equipment and assist with warehouse duties as needed.
• Follow safety and environmental policies.
• Maintain a clean MVR and comply with DOT regulations.
• Assist with loading/unloading and wrapping as required.

Education

High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

Our CDL Class A Truck Driver will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our clients by partnering with a successful team of innovative and value driven employees to deliver and pick up stock as routed in a timely and safe manner.

Job Responsibilities

• Transport goods and supplies onsite and offsite working within established procedures to ensure on-time delivery.
• Visually inspect loaded trucks to ensure the orders are pulled, packaged, converted, shipped and loaded properly to avoid damages during transportation. Report all defects or equipment problems to supervisor.
• Work according to an assigned schedule.
• Provide professional and courteous interactions with customers to provide a positive experience.
• File and retrieve the proper documents and delivery records from the company filing systems while monitoring the inventory quality and quantity availability.
• Follow a range of mandatory work instructions to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
• Report any problems or issues with facilities and customers.
• Operate various equipment and machines, adjusting one or more variables to achieve efficiency.
• The driver position may also help with various warehouse duties including order filling, loading/unloading of trucks, wrapping and other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Must be available to 1st work shift.
• This is a represented position.
• Must observe all Department of Transportation and driving regulations resulting in a safe driving record and a clean Motor Vehicle Record.
• Hazmat endorsement preferred and required within your first six weeks of hire.
• Ability to operate a variety of material handling equipment required. Liftgate experience preferred.
• Familiarity with a computerized warehouse system preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer relations skills are required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail required.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL.
• Position requires a minimum of 21 years of age.

Our Benefits Include

• Monday – Friday (schedule)
• Home Daily (shipping?)
• Medical and Retirement Benefits Available Day 1

Work Experience

• Verifiable Class A license and 12+ months driving experience compliant with all regulatory requirements.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Working Conditions

• Regularly working in outside weather conditions, exposure to extremes of temperature, visibility, wet and/or humid conditions and vibrations.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift, twist and turn, and carry 50 – 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment, and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Ability to repetitively open and close shipping container doors weighing approximately 500 pounds, swing doors weighing approximately 300 pounds, and operate a lift gate.
• Walking/Standing – frequent walking and standing. Standing may be on the ground or while operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Sitting – frequent sitting including at stationary locations and while driving.
• Stooping – periodic stooping including need to bend at the waist.
• Kneeling on occasion.
• Climbing – frequent climbing, including need to get in and out of the cab and trailer of the truck as well as ability to climb and use 3 points of contact method.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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