CDL Delivery Driver - Lumber Yard / Building Materials

Kirchnerbuildingcenters; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Kirchner Building Centers is seeking a CDL Delivery Driver in Indiana to load, transport, and deliver lumber and building materials. You will perform accurate load-building, operate a forklift safely, and complete delivery paperwork with attention to detail.

The role requires a valid Class B CDL, DOT medical card, a clean driving record, and strong customer service. You will work with a team, follow company procedures, and uphold safety as a core value at Kirchner Building Centers.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL required.
• DOT Medical Certification Card (interstate preferred).
• Clean driving record and ability to prevent damage to materials.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of lumber and building materials.
• Commitment to following company processes and safety culture.
• Maintain accurate paperwork for deliveries, inventory, and transfers.
• Willingness to complete company training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Accurately build loads and prepare materials for deliveries.
• Safely operate forklift per OSHA and company standards.
• Schedule and coordinate material deliveries with customers.
• Keep lumberyard and storage areas organized and safe.
• Handle delivery paperwork and inventory transfers.
• Provide exceptional customer service and address issues.
• Build relationships with customers, vendors and team members.
• Ensure smooth operation by coordinating with other departments.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and logbooks.
• Transport products between stores safely and on time.

Skills

CDL driving

DOT medical card

Clean driving record

Forklift operation

Customer service

Teamwork

Lumber/material knowledge

Safety procedures

Paperwork accuracy

Compliance with company policies

Tools

Forklift (equipment)

Job description

Description

CDL Delivery Drivers must be knowledgeable about lumber and building materials and will ensure that all company processes and procedures are followed relating to product deliveries and operations within the lumberyard. It is the responsibility of the CDL Driver to ensure the product is transported in an efficient, safe, timely manner with no damage to the product.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the CDL Delivery Driver

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Accurately build loads and prepare materials for deliveries in a timely manner
• Safely operate forklift in accordance with OSHA and KBC standards
• Work with team to schedule deliveries of materials to customers
• Maintain clean and organized environment in lumberyard and storage buildings
• Responsible for proper paperwork for deliveries, incoming inventory and inter-yard transfers
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise
• Build relationships with customers, vendors and team members
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that all operations are running smoothly
• Perform other assigned tasks as requested by leadership team when needed
• Transport product / inventory between stores efficiently, safely and timely
• Properly strap load for transportation
• Abide by laws and rules enforced on the roads
• Able to safely and properly operate a forklift (certifications completed)
• Responsible for keeping CDL License and DOT Medical Certification Card current and in good standing
• Perform all required daily equipment inspections in accordance with Kirchner Building Center safety guidelines
• Complete daily truck inspections and logs

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) for the CDL Delivery Driver:

• Valid Class B (or higher) CDL license
• Must possess or be willing to obtain DOT Medical Certification Card (preferably self-certified as "Interstate")
• Clean driving record and ability to ensure proper delivery while preventing damage to materials and equipment
• Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment including boom and ladder
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of lumber and building materials
• Ability to follow company processes and procedures
• Ability to always maintain a culture of safety
• Must successfully complete all company training and certification requirements

Physical Demands and Work Environment for the CDL Delivery Driver:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Individual must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend for the duration of each shift
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Full time schedule includes a rotation of hours on Saturday's
• Limited overtime based on business needs
• Working hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm; Saturday 7:00am - Noon (hours may vary by location / season)

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Store Manager and/or Leadership to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.