CDL Truck Driver

Morton Buildings, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay per mile + bonuses

Excellent medical/dental/prescription

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid leave

401K Opportunity

ESOP Retirement Program

Job summary

Midwest Perma-Column is seeking CDL truck drivers to transport materials from the Edwards, IL facility to customer sites and unload them safely. The role emphasizes adherence to DOT rules, teamwork with the Production Manager, and maintaining a strong safety and service focus.

Starting pay is per mile with bonus opportunities; the position requires overnight travel 2–3 days weekly, physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and excellent communication skills to coordinate deliveries and ensure

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Willing to travel overnight two to three days per week.
• Able to lift 50–75 lbs.
• Proficiency in understanding and complying with DOT regulations.
• Proven safe driving record and DOT compliance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to drive for extended periods and work at unloading sites in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly deliveries in compliance with DOT HOS rules.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of equipment and cargo.
• Coordinate with Production Manager on load changes and scheduling.
• Maintain equipment with proactive reporting of issues.
• Mentor new drivers as needed.
• Maintain safety, efficiency, and profitability awareness and participate in problem solving.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT compliance

Safe driving

Communication skills

Overnight travel

Physical endurance

Teamwork

Unloading at site

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Midwest Perma-Column is a pre-cast concrete column manufacturer located in Edwards, IL. Established in 2004, we created a superior and forward-looking product, which has advanced the post-frame building industry to the next level. Aptly named, Perma-Columns provide permanent foundation-building solutions – making the future a reality today.

CDL Truck Drivers are essential in ensuring that materials are delivered according to Midwest Perma-Column’s quality standards. Drivers are responsible for moving materials from our manufacturing facility to customer sites and unloading the materials in an efficient, profitable manner within a culture of safety, including adherence to rigid DOT compliance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Plans for daily and weekly deliveries in compliance with DOT HOS rules.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of equipment and cargo.
• Cooperates with the Production Manager where changes to loads and/or scheduling are required.
• Assists Maintenance in maintaining equipment by reporting any issues early.
• Helps mentor new drivers.
• Maintains constant awareness of safety, efficiency, & profitability of the company, displays flexibility and out of the box thinking capability to solve problems.
• Communicates clearly and frequently with the Production Manager.
• Exhibits customer service focus with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Adheres to processes that ensure costs are in line with projected budgets.
• Creates and maintains a teamwork environment to support company objectives.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education And Experience

• Valid Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement
• Available to travel overnight two to three days a week.
• Standard weight lifting requirements – 50 – 75 lbs
• Proficiency in understanding and complying with DOT regulations.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation among driver team and others.
• Proven safe driving record and DOT compliance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to drive for extended periods and work at the unloading site in varying weather conditions.
• Displays dedication and enthusiasm to create a workplace environment that values safety, quality, and continual process improvement and profitability.

Benefits

• Starting pay at $0.65 per mile, plus bonus opportunities
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid leave
• 401K Opportunity
• ESOP Retirement Program

Midwest Perma-Column is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Midwest Perma-Column is a wholly owned subsidiary of Morton Buildings, Inc.