CDL Class A Truck Driver

Universal Forest Products, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the forest products industry is seeking a Truck Driver to operate commercial vehicles and deliver goods. The ideal candidate will ensure safety compliance, perform vehicle maintenance, and maintain accurate records. This role offers an hourly pay rate ranging from $30 to $34 based on experience, within a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age with a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle, preferable 3-5 years.
• Working knowledge of vehicle parts and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and deliver products in various weather conditions.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain records.
• Operate forklift to load/unload trailers as required.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Education

12th grade education

Job description

Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to deliver goods to customers and operations, and to pick up material from vendors and other operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely drives on the road delivering products in various weather conditions
• Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspection sheets
• Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions – checks oil and fuel prior to leaving the yard
• Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure has been properly secured
• Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT and Company rules
• Conducts preventive maintenance to truck and ensures truck is clean
• Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
• Maintains radio/telephone and EOB Electronic On-Board System contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to new locations
• Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer’s signature on paperwork upon delivery
• Completes paperwork as required
• May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
• Completes training as required by management
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Minimum 12th grade basic education completed
• Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle in excess of 26,000 lbs. Preferable 3 to 5 years of experience driving a commercial vehicle
• Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions
• Required to have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process
• Hourly Pay Range: $30 - $34 per hour, depending on experience

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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