CDL Driver I

US LBM; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building supply industry is seeking a CDL Driver I to ensure safe and timely delivery of materials. The role involves operating trucks, maintaining logs, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, basic CDL experience, and effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values safety and efficiency in a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of CDL experience preferred for interstate commerce.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles safely and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Deliver and unload materials to customer satisfaction.
• Complete daily equipment pre-inspections.

Skills

Basic math skills

Effective communication skills

Conflict resolution

Knowledge of safe lifting techniques

Ability to learn current technologies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL License

Class B CDL License

Job description

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Founded in 1965, Universal Supply operates locations in Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, providing professional builders with specialty building products such as roofing, siding, windows, doors, cabinetry, millwork, and fasteners.

The CDL Driver I delivers materials to job sites, inspects and maintains trucks, reports shortages and claims to supervisors, and assists in loading and storing materials. Typically, this involves driving trucks with a capacity of more than three tons, but may also include less experienced CDL or tractor trailer drivers.

What you will do

1. Operate vehicles safely.
2. Participate in a positive work environment.
3. Maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.
4. Prepare DOT logs of duty and driving hours.
5. Organize and secure loads.
6. Assist forklift operators during loading.
7. Check orders for accuracy.
8. Deliver and unload materials to customer satisfaction.
9. Complete daily equipment pre-inspections.
10. Record returned merchandise and assist with unloading for credit.
11. Follow DOT guidelines.
12. Provide excellent customer service.
13. Relay messages from customers on-site.
14. Assist supervisors and other employees as needed.
15. Maintain good housekeeping in yard and warehouse.
16. Comply with all company policies and safety standards.
17. Operate truck-mounted forklift safely and efficiently.
18. Keep the truck clean.
19. Participate in and complete required training.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic CDL experience with flatbeds and/or tractor trailers.
• 1-3 years of CDL experience preferred for interstate commerce.

Skills and abilities

• Basic math skills, reading orders, and completing forms.
• Effective communication skills.
• Conflict resolution and problem recognition.
• Valid operator’s license and adherence to driver qualifications.
• Knowledge of safe lifting techniques.
• Ability to learn current technologies like smartphones and GPS.

Licenses and Certifications

• Class A CDL License.
• Class B CDL License.

Additional opportunities based on experience

• CDL Driver II
• Long haul CDL Driver
• Wide Load CDL Driver
• Driver Boom Crane
• Non-CDL Driver I
• Non-CDL Driver II

Universal Supply Co., a division of US LBM Holdings, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.