CDL Driver

Numericable; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Vacation Pay

Paid Time Off

401K

Performance Bonus

Job summary

Numericable is seeking a CDL Driver in Lakeland, FL to handle safe, timely delivery of goods to job sites. You will operate and maintain assigned trucks, work with dispatchers to plan routes, and ensure accurate delivery paperwork.

Expect long-haul driving with rigorous adherence to FMCSA rules, vehicle inspections, and documentation. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Class A CDL are required, with flexibility for day or night shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience driving trucks and complying with applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB).
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Adaptability to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather, etc).
• Strong communication and paperwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive long distances to deliver materials to jobsites in a timely manner.
• Load, unload and record cargo deliveries. Maintain paperwork.
• Refuel and clean vehicle.
• Inspect trucks and report issues to maintenance personnel.
• Plan routes using GPS and log hours.
• Comply with FMCSA regulations and maintain valid licenses.

Skills

GPS navigation

AVL units experience

Long-haul driving

Team leadership

Manual transmission driving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

GPS

AVL units

CB radio

Job description

CDL Driver is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of goods and other articles of trade to job sites for installation. The CDL Driver is tasked with driving and maintaining trucks that are assigned to them, as well as working closely with our team of dispatchers in order to plan routes and make timely deliveries.

Essential Job Functions

• Drive long distances to deliver materials to jobsites in a timely manner.
• Load, unload and record cargo deliveries. Maintain paperwork.
• Refuel and clean vehicle.
• Inspect trucks and record issues. Report road incidents to the dispatcher and report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel.
• Follow traffic laws and follow accident procedures.
• Keep an activities log and log hours. Plan routes using GPS system.
• Keep commercial driver requirements up to date.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a truck driver with extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Performance Bonus

Requirements

• Must possess a current and Valid Class A CDL or commercial driver license
• Must possess the ability to drive manual transmission AND no "Manual Transmission Restriction" on license.
• Must be able to pass requirements on a FMCSA Clearinghouse Query
• Must provide a medical certificate
• Repeated physical effort including driving for several hours per day or several hours at a time, standing and walking for extended periods of time (more than several hours), loading and unloading equipment into and out of company vehicles, walking on varying ground surfaces and frequently lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
• Working from elevated platforms, ladders or truck beds
• Operating hand/power tools, manual dexterity to operate keyboards and smart phones, physical agility to use arms, legs and hands repetitively
• Working outdoors, working safely under adverse environmental and weather conditions which include high speed traffic areas, heavy construction equipment, fuel fumes and construction substances
• Comfortable around vehicles moving through work zones and maintaining constant awareness of surroundings on construction site including placement of machinery and equipment, other employees and construction activities
• Vision adequate to see moving vehicles, read highway construction MOT signs, read instructions, manuals, reports, and construction plans
• Hearing adequate to hear approaching vehicles, audible commands at a distance from supervisors, conversations in person, and over the telephone
• Communicating clearly - both written and verbally, ability to complete daily paperwork as required by supervisor
• Working a flexible schedule which can include day or night shifts, weekends and/or holidays, adjusting to a changing work schedule, working overtime and working individually and as a team with other employees
• Valid driver's license required, will require passing MVR and controlled substance test, may require background and criminal record check. Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
• Must maintain company standards post-employment for background checks, criminal record, driving record and controlled substance/drug testing
• Computer literacy
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
• High School Diploma or Equivalent