CDL Driver

Teufel-Landscape; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Teufel-Landscape in the Greater Seattle area is seeking a reliable CDL Driver to support local nursery and landscape operations. This home-daily role involves transport, loading, unloading, and securing equipment and materials, with a focus on safety and DOT compliance.

The ideal candidate works independently with dispatch and operations, maintains logs, performs pre/post trips, and handles basic trailer maintenance.

Qualifications

• Washington Class A CDL with clean driving record required.
• Must pass background check, DOT drug screen, and physical.
• Experience driving manual transmission trucks required.
• Experience loading, unloading, and securing equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance and driver logs required.
• Physically able to climb in/out of trailers.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles on local routes in the Seattle metro area.
• Haul single and double trailers including flatbeds, end dumps, lowboys, and roll-offs.
• Load, unload, and secure equipment and materials with straps and tie-downs.
• Assist with tailgating and unloading nursery stock as required.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily driver logs and required paperwork.
• Communicate with dispatch, supervisors, and yard personnel.
• Perform light maintenance and basic trailer/vehicle checks.
• Keep equipment clean and in good condition.
• Follow company safety policies and traffic laws.

Skills

CDL Class A

Manual transmission

DOT compliance

Pre-trip inspections

Logs & documentation

Safety-conscious

Background check clearance

Drug screen

MVR clean

Loading/unloading

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused CDL Driver to support local nursery and landscape operations throughout the Greater Seattle area. This is a local, home‑daily position involving the transport, loading, unloading, and securement of equipment and materials.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while maintaining close coordination with dispatch and operations teams. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, DOT compliance, and equipment care.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles safely on local routes throughout the Seattle metro area
• Haul single and double trailers, including flatbeds, end dumps, lowboys, and roll-off trucks
• Load, unload, and properly strap and secure equipment and materials
• Assist with tailgating and unloading nursery stock as required
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations
• Maintain accurate daily driver logs and required documentation
• Operate vehicles safely in tight quarters, job sites, and inner-city locations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and yard personnel
• Perform minor truck and trailer maintenance, including but not limited to:
• Light replacement
• Trailer brake adjustments
• Fluid checks and top-offs

• Maintain cleanliness and overall condition of assigned equipment
• Follow all company safety policies, DOT regulations, and traffic laws

Required Qualifications

• Valid Washington Class A CDL
• Clean driving record and acceptable MVR
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Med Card)
• Ability to pass background check, DOT drug screen, and physical
• Must be experienced driving manual transmission trucks (no automatic vehicles in fleet)
• Experience loading, unloading, and securing equipment using straps and tie-downs
• Familiarity with pre-trip/post-trip inspections and DOT compliance requirements
• Ability to maintain accurate driver logs and daily paperwork
• Physically able to climb in and out of trailers and assist with manual unloading
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in nursery, landscape, construction, or similar environments
• Experience operating flatbeds, end dumps, lowboys, or roll-off trucks
• Spanish language skills are a plus

Physical & Work Requirements

• Regular lifting, climbing, bending, and working around equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable working in urban and congested traffic environments