CDL Truck Driver Class A - Seattle

Evergreen Goodwill; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Goodwill in Seattle is seeking a CDL Truck Driver Class A to operate commercial vehicles for donation containers and processed goods. The role requires compliance with DOT regulations and a strong safety focus, with duties including pickup, delivery, and maintenance of company vehicles.

The position entails flexible hours to meet pickup/delivery schedules, potential extended trips, and contributing to customer satisfaction. A valid CDL A and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Must have Washington State CDL Class A license.
• Must meet or exceed DOT medical standards.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required.
• Must have a valid MVR (driving record).
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial vehicles to designated locations including inner city traffic.
• Drive and maintain company vehicles in a safe, efficient manner.
• Transport donation containers from attended donation centers to Goodwill locations.
• Transport processed goods to outlying stores.
• Transport waste to transfer station.
• Pick up special donations and deliver goods as requested.
• Adhere to Seattle Goodwill and DOT rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and report hazards or accidents.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Perform the functions of production worker when needed.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

English proficiency

DOT regulations

Vehicle safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years CDL driving experience or state-certified school graduate

Job description

Job Title: CDL Truck Driver Class A

Salary: $32.00 - 35.00 hourly

Location: Georgetown Operations Center, Seattle WA

About the Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates commercial vehicles transferring donation containers and/or processed goods in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Drive commercial vehicles to designated locations including, but not limited to, inner city traffic.
• Drive and maintain company vehicles in a safe, efficient manner.
• Transport donation containers from attended donation centers (ADC) to Goodwill locations.
• Transport processed goods to outlying stores.
• Transport waste to transfer station.
• Pick up special donations and deliver goods as requested.
• Adhere to Seattle Goodwill and DOT rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Perform the functions of production worker when needed.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

(Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent but not required
• Must be at least 21 years of age to meet intra/interstate CDL driving rules.
• 2 year’s CDL driving experience or be a graduate of a State Certified and Licensed truck driving school
• Ability to read, write and speak English. Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
• Ability to properly operate in-cab computer system for vehicle tracking and electronic logs.
• Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

• Current Washington State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) class A
• Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the US Department of Transportation(DOT):

1. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and alcohol test

• Proof of insurance with good record
• Must have a valid MVR (motor vehicle registration)

Computer/Technology Skills:

• Ability to use a mobile phone
• Ability to learn new technology and software as related to the job

Physical Abilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required sit or stand for long periods of time, communicate with other employees by talking and hearing, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 30-40 pounds and to operate a Goodwill commercial vehicle. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Maintain reliable attendance.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities

• Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
• Problem solving
• Internal/external customer service skills
• Prioritization
• Attention to detail
• Time management and multi-tasking

Work Environment

Indoor/outdoor working environment, temperature varies, exposure to dust.

Work Hours

Ability to work flexible hours in order to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Must be available for around-the-clock trips to accommodate freight movements and be may be gone for extended periods of time.