CDL Driver

Smurfit Westrock plc; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Smurfit Westrock in Louisville is seeking a Switcher / Yard Jockey with a Class A CDL to safely move raw materials and finished goods. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, comply with DOT regulations, and help with loading and unloading.

The role requires operating multiple vehicle types, maintaining accurate paperwork, following schedules, and prioritizing safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a clean driving record, and be able to pass background checks

Formación

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid CDL and clean driving record required.
• Background check and drug screen must be passed.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules/procedures.
• Ability to operate forklift and pallet jack.
• Willing to work overtime and maintain good attendance.

Responsabilidades

• Transport raw materials and finished goods between locations.
• Comply with DOT regulations and perform vehicle inspections.
• Assist in loading and unloading and maintain paperwork.
• Follow daily pickup/drop-off schedules.
• Ensure contents are secure and vehicle serviced as needed.
• Maintain safety as a top priority.
• Operate tractor trailer, box truck, and roll-off as required.

Conocimientos

CDL Driver

DOT regulations

Safety compliance

Pre-trip inspections

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Attention to detail

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Switcher / Yard Jockey - Class A CDL Driver

Locations

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

04-Nov-2026

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

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.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• 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.

What you need to succeed:

• 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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.