CDL Driver: Safe, On-Time Freight Delivery Expert

Welch Packaging Group; Morristown (TN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Welch Packaging Group in Morristown, TN is seeking a professional driver to safely operate tractor-trailer or box truck, delivering finished products to customers in compliance with DOT regulations. The role emphasizes on-time delivery, vehicle maintenance adherence, and accurate documentation; strong communication, organization, and problem-solving are essential.

The physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with exposure to loud environments

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDLA License required.
• Prior experience driving in large vehicles such as box trucks or similar.
• Demonstrated experience practicing safe driving practices.
• Previous experience delivering and handling freight preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complies with Driver responsibilities as outlined in company DAART program and as required by DOT.
• Maintain vehicle in accordance to Elkhart Transportation management policy
• Operates vehicle in a safe and efficient manner complying with company policy and procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Support on time delivery by transporting loads by established route to proper destination as efficient as possible while observing all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Inspect trailer loads to ensure proper loading processes and it is the correct load before leaving facility.
• Verify product count while truck is being loaded.
• Comply with obtaining correct acknowledgement or signature and date for bill of lading and necessary signatures and date; return properly completed documentation to Transportation Manager.
• Comply with performance measures
• Duties may vary depending on location

Skills

Communication

Safety conscious

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Active learning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDLA License

Job description

Welch Packaging Group in Morristown, TN is seeking a professional driver to safely operate tractor-trailer or box truck, delivering finished products to customers in compliance with DOT regulations. The role emphasizes on-time delivery, vehicle maintenance adherence, and accurate documentation; strong communication, organization, and problem-solving are essential.

The physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with exposure to loud environments