Class A Driver

Doka USA; Kenilworth (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid life insurance

401k (Roth and Non-Roth)

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Doka USA is seeking a Class A Driver to support branch yard operations, ensuring accurate, safe, and efficient handling of loads while upholding all safety and quality standards. The role requires a valid CDL and DOT compliance, with flexibility for hours and overtime as needed.

The position emphasizes independent, results-driven work in a fast-paced environment, along with strong English communication and navigation skills to ensure on-time delivery within company policies and regulatory

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL and state motor vehicle licenses at all times.
• Excellent communication skills in English, reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to read maps and navigate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Able to work flexible hours.
• Must possess a valid CDL license at all times.
• Conducts and documents daily truck inspections.
• Obeys all motor vehicle laws and DOT requirements.
• Ensures loads are properly secured on the vehicle.
• Maintain DOT-required logs and annual physical card.

Skills

CDL A knowledge

English fluency

Reading maps

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®!

Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®! We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where all of our team members can thrive. As one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing, and distributing formwork solutions for the construction sector, Doka employs more than 9,000 people in over 58 countries and is part of the family-owned Umdasch Group.

We Make It Work.

Job Description

Summary Of Position

The Driver reports to the Branch Yard Operations Manager. The Class A Driver is responsible for their specifically assigned, hands-on tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency of the work performed, and ensuring that safety and quality standards are upheld and maintained.

Driver Responsibilities

• Able to work flexible hours.


• Must possess a valid CDL license at all times.


• Conducts and documents daily truck inspections.


• Obeys all motor vehicle laws, especially for commercial driving.


• Ensures loads are properly secured on the vehicle when leaving the yard and returning from job sites.


• Driver is required to carry an updated card stating that he/she has had an annual physical that meets the DOT requirements.


• Understands how, is capable, and maintains DOT-required logs.


• Takes responsibility for the proper use, maintenance, and safety of all vehicles and equipment.


• Complies with Federal, State, and Doka loading, unloading, safety, driving, and traffic regulations.


• Ensures equipment is and will be functioning properly and is placed and returned to its proper location in the yard.


• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms: climb or balance, and stoop: kneel and/or crouch

Other Responsibilities/Peripheral Functions

• Properly follows maintenance procedures.


• Properly wears all required personal protective equipment


• Immediately reports all incidents, accidents, unsafe work conditions, problems, or concerns to the immediate supervisor.


• Willingly participates in all mandatory training classes.


• Consistently maintains a clean, well-maintained, and organized work area.


• Consistently complies with all safety requirements


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and work overtime hours as required.


• Other duties/projects as assigned, including participating in company committees/teams.


• Complies with all company policies, business, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.


• Must possess a valid Class A CDL and state motor vehicle licenses at all times.


• Minimum 5 years of experience with a safe driving record in commercial driving with a Class A CDL license.


• Able to read maps and possess a keen sense of direction.


• Excellent communication skills, including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing). Bilingual Spanish a plus.


• Complies with Doka Standards regarding bundling and stacking requirements, including quality, safety, accuracy, productivity, etc.


• Team player.


• Able to work independently in a results-driven, fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

In accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, Doka USA Ltd. is committed to providing a clear and equitable compensation structure. The union hourly rate for this position is $28.21/hr, which is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. After a twelve-month probationary period, the hourly rate will increase to $36.99/hr per the union agreement in place.

This range represents the base pay for the position and does not include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and in accordance with internal equity and market data.

Doka USA, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are interested and have a strong competitive drive, positive attitude, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to make an immediate difference.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA

At Umdasch Group, we are convinced that diverse teams drive performance and are key to our global success. It’s their attitude and their contributions that matter.Regardless of any personal characteristics, people who share our values and are committed to working passionately towards our common goals will find space to grow.

We believe in – and are committed to – equal opportunities for everyone.