CDL Driver

greif; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Greif seeks a CDL Driver to join our Florida logistics team. You will operate a semi-truck, prepare freight documents, and deliver loads safely and on time while complying with transportation laws.

The role requires a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2–4 years of driving experience with a CDL. Strong organization and communication skills are essential. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of driving experience.
• CDL may be required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi-truck or trailer according to laws and regulations.
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner.
• Assists with loading or unloading of products or materials.
• Delivers relevant documentation to shipping office.
• Performs routine service on trucks and reports maintenance issues.
• Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimal loading patterns.
• May provide assistance and training to junior colleagues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Safe driving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2-4 years trucking experience

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Job Requisition #:

035362 CDL Driver (Open)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

May have shipping agent responsibilities including, but not limited to: collecting shipping orders; preparing estimates for freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs; preparing bills of lading, invoices, and other relevant documents; scheduling and negotiating transportation of products or materials.

Operates a semi-truck or trailer according to applicable federal and state/provincial transportation laws and regulations.

Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over specified route, obeying all traffic and freight-carrier regulations and laws.

Assists with loading or unloading of products or materials, using specialized equipment when warranted. Unloads empty pallets and returns all equipment to designated area.

Delivers relevant documentation to shipping office or appropriate colleague when delivery route is complete.

Completes routine service on trucks, which may include checking fluids, fuel, and air. Reports all maintenance issues and malfunctions.

Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.

May provide assistance and training to junior colleagues.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent customer service skills.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with customers and colleagues at delivery points.

Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.

Specialized driver's license(s), such as commercial driver's license, may be required.

At Greif , we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a comprehensive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $18.32 - $31.20annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between25.00 to25.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.