CDL Driver

Smurfit Westrock; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock seeks a dependable driver to transport materials between customer locations, plants, and mills. You will perform pre-trip inspections, maintain paperwork, and assist with loading as needed. The role requires adherence to DOT rules, safety practices, and accurate record-keeping.

Applicants should have a CDL, a clean driving record, and be able to operate large vehicles. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required, with a focus on safety and reliability in all operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required.
• Minimum of one year driving experience.
• Clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and routing assignments.
• Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport raw materials and finished goods per schedule.
• Comply with all DOT regulations and safety rules.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report repairs.
• Load/unload as required and maintain paperwork.
• Maintain accurate records for pickups, drops, and vehicle details.
• Drive in accordance with weather and road conditions.
• Maintain good attendance and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Alert and detail oriented

Physically and mentally fit

Read and interpret documents

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL required

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for safely transporting raw materials and finished good from customer locations to plant, or from plant to paper mill. Required to comply with all DOT regulations. Required to perform inspections on trucks and trailers and maintain accurate paperwork. Assist in loading and unloading of truck or trailer. Tractor trailer, box truck, and roll-off truck runs may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Compliance with WestRock safety rules.
• Compliance with DOT regulations.
• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your assigned vehicle and report any needed repairs to your supervisor.
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, check fluids, check tire pressures).
• Efficiently follow assigned daily pickup and drop off schedule.
• Maintain accurate and legible paperwork for daily pickups and drop offs to include customer/ mill, truck and/ or trailer numbers, tare weight, gross weight and grade being transported.
• Ensure contents are secure in or on the truck or trailer prior to transporting.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/ road conditions.
• Assist in the loading or unloading of your truck if required.
• Perform other job duties as needed.
• Make safety a priority at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred.
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year equivalent driving experience
• Clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles and/ or trailers.
• Alert, focused and detail oriented.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, directions and routing assignments.
• Must have the ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack.
• Flatbed cargo securement may be required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.