CDL Truck Driver

Laura Auto Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(K) plan

Family-owned business

Job summary

Laura Auto Group, located in Missouri, is hiring a Commercial Truck Driver responsible for delivering vehicles in a safe and timely manner. This full-time position offers local deliveries and minimal overnight trips.

The ideal candidate should have a valid CDL and a clean driving record, with previous tractor-trailer driving experience preferred. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, and a company 401(K).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain (or be in process of obtaining) commercial driver’s license.
• Valid Class A driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles to transport vehicles over short and long distances.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes.
• Complete and maintain accurate delivery records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

Job description

Description

Reports To: General Manager

Schedule: Full-Time Position

M-Sat (8:30AM – 5:30PM) Hours/Days/Times will vary

VERY FEW OVERNIGHT DELIVERIES!! MOST DELIVERIES ARE LOCAL!!!

The Commercial Truck Driver is responsible for their truck and the load on the attached trailer. They are responsible for delivering designated vehicles to the Company’s customers in a safe and timely manner.

Summary: The Commercial Truck Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transport of vehicles to and from company locations and customer destinations. This role ensures compliance with all DOT regulations, maintains assigned equipment, and delivers a high level of customer service while representing the company on the road.

Essential Duties

• Safely operate commercial vehicles to transport vehicles over short and long distances.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes in coordination with management.
• Load, secure, and unload vehicles in accordance with safety standards.
• Complete and maintain accurate delivery records, logs, and required documentation.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; identify and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Refuel, clean, and perform basic upkeep of assigned vehicles.
• Report accidents, incidents, or delays promptly and follow established procedures.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Maintain accurate driver logs and hours of service in accordance with compliance standards.
• Provide professional and courteous customer interactions during deliveries and pickups.
• Maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and required endorsements.
• Remains fully compliant with Company HR trainings.
• Maintain professional and courteous attitude, wardrobe, and grooming.
• Other tasks as assigned.

WARNING

Applicants for positions that require driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at any time will be required to undergo controlled substances and, at our discretion, alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further testing throughout their period of employment. Applicants will also be asked to sign forms for release of information from previous employers in all cases where driving a CMV was one of your functions. Failure to sign will prevent this employer from using you as a CMV driver.

Company Description

Laura Automotive Group is the largest volume Buick and GMC dealer in the United States, proudly serving customers with an unmatched commitment to value, quality and excellence. As part of the Laura Automotive Group, we bring 40 years of experience in the automotive industry, operating successful dealerships in Illinois and Missouri. Our team is driven by a passion for delivering exceptional sales and service experiences, always striving to exceed customer expectations.

At Laura Automotive Group, we believe our success is built on the strength of our people. We are always looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to be part of a dynamic and growing team.

Laura Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• VERY FEW OVERNIGHT DELIVERIES, home most nights!!!!
• Most deliveries will be local!
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company 401(K)
• Health Insurance
• Optional Aflac
• Family-owned business

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must obtain (or be in process of obtaining) commercial driver’s license
• Must have clean driving record
• Previous experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must be focused, detail oriented, and very thorough
• Valid Class A driver’s license required;
• 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred;
• Must have clean driving record—at minimum, no more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years and no convictions for a DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless driving;
• Must pass drug test and consent to drug tests as required under federal law;
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time;
• Must operate a vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and, if applicable, transportation of hazardous materials;
• Ability to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen, Clearinghouse, and other DOT/FMCSA-related safety checks.