CDL Driver

Smurfit Westrock; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Lawrenceville, GA is hiring a commercial driver to transport raw materials and finished goods in accordance with DOT regulations.

The role requires a valid CDL, clean driving record, ability to pass background and drug tests, and readiness to perform pre-trip inspections, loading/unloading, and documentation with accuracy.

Experience with forklift/pallet jack operation is a plus; overtime may be required, and attendance must be reliable.

Qualifications

• Requires valid CDL and clean driving record.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Able to read and interpret safety rules and routing directions.
• Physically and mentally fit for driving large vehicles and manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Smurfit Westrock safety rules and DOT regulations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report repairs.
• Load and unload as needed; assist with securing cargo.
• Maintain accurate paperwork (miles, weights, trailer numbers, etc.).
• Follow daily pickup/drop-off schedules and routes.
• Operate vehicle safely under varying weather and road conditions.

Skills

CDL Holder

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 Smurfit 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.
• 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.