CDL Truck Driver

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a CDL Truck Driver, responsible for safe and timely transportation of products. This full-time position requires adherence to driving regulations and safety protocols, ensuring efficient operations while maintaining vehicle upkeep. Ideal candidates will possess a valid CDL Class A license and relevant experience in logistics.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older for in-state driving, or 21 for out-of-state.
• Must pass substance abuse screening and is subject to random testing.
• Must have HAZMAT endorsement or obtain it within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads products to and from truck.
• Transports products via designated routes while observing traffic laws.
• Performs miscellaneous service duties like checking oil and conducting repairs.

Skills

Decision-making

Mechanical skills

Ability to operate a forklift

Education

CDL Class A license

Must meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements

Job description

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The Rapids Warehousing CDL Truck Driver is responsible for timely delivery and pick-up, reporting, operations service, safety and maintenance of equipment to assist in production efforts.

This position is with Helena's manufacturing group which operates under the name Helena Industries or HI. HI's corporate offices are located in Collierville, TN, a suburb of Memphis. HI has provided formulations and packaging solutions for companies around the world for over 60 years. As one of the largest chemical toll manufacturer's and service companies in the U.S., we set the bar for the industry in ensuring the safety of our clients' technology, brand and assets with integrity and pride.

Rapids Warehousing is part of the HI family and is a commercial storage, logistics and supply chain partner that operates out of central offices located in Cordele, GA. Rapids Warehousing gets its name from the employee culture the business is centered around - R.A.P.I.D.S. stands for Responsive, Attitude, Proactive, Integrity, Dependability and Safety.

What Your Day May Look Like

• Loads and unloads products to and from truck.
• Verifies load against shipping papers.
• Transports products by driving truck over required route to proper destination and applies knowledge of commercial driving regulations and area roads.
• Observes all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Performs miscellaneous service duties such as checking oil, water, gasoline and air in tires including making emergency roadside repairs if necessary.
• Follows maintenance schedule for having truck serviced and reports any maintenance malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.
• Operates a forklift and other loading equipment as necessary.
• Performs housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Reliable and regular attendance is expected.
  
  

Education And Experience Needed For This Position

• Must be 18 years or older if driving in-state only is required.
• May require driving outside of the state in which case the age requirement is at least 21.
• Must meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements.
• Must pass a substance abuse screening and as a safety sensitive employee, is subject to random substance abuse screening and a mandatory post-accident screening.
• CDL Class A license is required.
• Must have a HAZMAT endorsement or obtain a HAZMAT endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must pass a forklift test.
  
  

Other Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Ability to operate a forklift including a Spyder forklift is required.
• Understands and follows written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must be able to enter information into production software.
• Mechanical skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods of times in extreme hot or cold temperatures is required.
• May be required to pass an OSHA respiratory physical.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts as needed.
  
  

Your work environment and the physical aspects of the job

There are potential hazards associated with any chemical manufacturing business but at Helena Industries safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures including engineered solutions and personal protective equipment and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could potentially be harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position is that of a typical plant environment where the noise level is usually moderate to loud. In this position, you will regularly work near moving equipment/mechanical parts and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit. You may be occasionally required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Lab and office positions at the plant would only have occasional exposure if they must go out into the plant.

Who We Are

Helena Industries has provided formulations and packaging solutions for companies around the world for over 60 years. As one of the largest chemical toll manufacturer's and service companies in the U.S., we set the bar for the industry in ensuring the safety of our clients' technology, brand and assets with integrity and pride.

Helena is a special place to be

At Helena, we are family. Our employees take care of each other and support each other at work and in their personal life. Our family-like atmosphere creates a positive work environment that allows our employees to be high-performers because they feel comfort and compassion from their leader and team.

Our family-like culture is centered on our employees who embody our core values which we refer to as R.A.P.I.D.S. -- Responsive, Attitude, Proactive, Integrity, Dependability and Safety. At Helena Industries, you will find transparent and open communication. We care about our employees and value their opinions. We appreciate that our employees want to understand their contribution to the company's mission, that they take ownership of their responsibilities and then are trusted to perform.

At Helena Industries, you will find recognition for hard work and positive reinforcement through excellent benefits, competitive pay and daily workplace interactions.

Helena's commitment to diversity and inclusion

At Helena, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all our employees feel safe, valued and have the opportunity to succeed. We embrace different backgrounds and human experiences because our customers are also diverse. When we all show deep appreciation for each other and our customers it builds trust that strengthens Helena and keeps us competitive.

Helena supports individuals with disabilities and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform job responsibilities.

Stay connected to Helena

For the latest job postings and company news, visit us at helenaindustries.com/careers.

Helena is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Farming

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