CDL Driver

Lippert Components Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippert Components Inc. seeks a CDL Driver responsible for transporting products and ensuring safety standards between plants. This full-time position offers a starting pay of $24.00/hr, with desired qualifications including a high school diploma and a valid CDL. Join a supportive culture that values teamwork and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, and vision.

401k with employer match.

Career development and opportunities to grow.

Paid holiday and vacation days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• CDL required.
• Must pass drug test.

Responsibilities

• Transport products between plants and vendors.
• Perform safety checks on vehicles.
• Maintain effective communication and documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CDL

Valid non-commercial driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Join the Lippert Team!

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Starting Pay: $24.00/hr

Monday - Friday; 7am to 4:00pm

CDL Driver:

The driver is responsible for transporting Ranch Hand product between our Shiner Plant and Beeville Plant. Driver may be responsible for transporting pallets from our vendor to our plant.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Able to back trailers into defined confined areas
2. Able to make decisions on which vehicles to move based on inventory and product being loaded at dock
3. Perform all required safety checks on truck to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
4. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
5. Immediately report all safety hazards.
6. Safely move trailers to/from loading docks and to/from designated parking area.
7. Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
8. Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor and loading dock area
9. Coordination of necessary paperwork at the time of departure, at time of delivery, and at time of return;
10. At the end of the shift secure all equipment.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

Able to work in all types of environments, including inclement weather

Qualifications:

1.High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

2.CDL required.
Essential Functions:

1. Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position.
2. Valid non-commercial driver’s license
3. Pass drug test

Competencies:

1. Must be organized and can work in a fast-paced environment.
2. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company’s overall goals;
3. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to operate a tablet/device and/or a fleet software system.
4. Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills (English);
5. Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines for company projects;
6. Must be able to work with minimum supervision;
7. Must demonstrate competency in transportation and over-the-road responsibilities;
8. Must be able to rotate to other production positions as the need arises or as is deemed necessary;
9. Must be able to operate a Lift Truck or Tractor as necessary;
10. Must possess successful problem solving skills;
11. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, customers, etc.;
12. Must be able to work under physically and mentally stressful situations;
13. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day.

Physical Demands:

1. Requires full use of hands, arms, legs, and feet
2. Climb 3 ½ feet to get into tractor cab
3. Ability to lift up to 55lbs.
4. Requires reaching/pulling/pushing to hitch and unhitch trailer, connect and disconnect brake lines
5. Requires 50% sitting for driving vehicle, and 30% standing and walking to spot trailers and take inventory
6. Requires 100% hand use for steering/shifting vehicle, and for hand crank

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours/days of work are decided by production schedules and your reporting manager.

Travel:

Local travel

Preferred Education and Experience:

Six to Twelve month experience preferred.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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