CDL Class A Driver - Home Daily

Timber Creek, an FCA Packaging Brand; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Timber Creek, an FCA Packaging Brand, is seeking a CDL Truck Driver for their facility in Kent, WA. The ideal candidate should have proven experience as a truck driver and familiarity with logistics operations.

This role involves transporting goods, ensuring vehicle safety, and adhering to regulations. Candidates must possess a valid CDL and Fed Med Card. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with an established company committed to equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a CDL Truck Driver.
• Experience with electronic equipment and software.
• No recent moving or driving violations.

Responsibilities

• Transport finished goods and raw materials.
• Inspect vehicles for issues and perform maintenance.
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Document work/rest periods and mileage.
• Comply with driving rules and company policies.
• Maneuver trucks into positions.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.

Skills

CDL Truck Driving

Electronic equipment operation (GPS, Geotab)

Knowledge of truck driving rules

Adaptability to unexpected situations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

At least 2 years of experience as a CDL Truck Driver

Job description

Custom Packaging Solutions. Designed. Built. Managed.

FCA Packaging creates and manufactures innovative wood packaging solutions. Our builders manufacture wood pallets, boxes, and crates and we are looking for a Truck Driver for our Kent, WA facility.

Overview

The CDL Truck Driver experience is required to serve our supply chain logistics department in a safe and timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transporting finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants, retail, or distribution centers
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Input proper information into Geotab and automated systems for each stage of the loading and unloading process when necessary
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
• Collect and verify delivery instructions
• Report defects, accidents, or violations

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a CDL Truck Driver
• Experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, Geotab)
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• No recent moving or driving violations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations
• Valid CDL
• Valid Fed Med Card

Education and/or Experience

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior experience as a CDL Truck Driver is required
• Candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Language Skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents in English, and communicate those effectively. Bilingual skills are preferred, but not required. Professional communication is required.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and use basic math skills.
• Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to work in a computer system, generating reports and metrics.
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and type. Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in an environment where frequent walking, bending, and lifting are required.

FCA Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.