Class A Driver

Mead Lumber Company Inc; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Plan

PTO & Holiday Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts

Scholarship & Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mead Lumber Company in Manhattan, KS is seeking a Class A Driver to safely deliver building materials to customer job sites. You will operate company trucks, assist with loading, verify orders, and provide exceptional customer service while adhering to DOT regulations.

The role requires a valid Class A license and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. We offer ESOP participation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Proficiency in using a computer and calculator.
• Ability to stand and walk for 4 to 10 hours daily.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed.

Responsibilities

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and customer service philosophy.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Load trucks according to the sales invoice and materials list.
• Organize and secure loads for safe transport.
• Verify load accuracy with yard manager before departure.
• Deliver and unload materials at customer job sites with care.

Skills

Class A CDL

Customer service

Load securement

Forklift experience

Computer & calculator

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Mead Lumber of Manhattan
111 South Seth Childs Road
Manhattan, KS 66502, USA

Description

Company Overview: Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

Why Join Us?

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

Job Summary: The Class A Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering building materials to customer job sites. This position operates company vehicles, assists with loading and unloading materials, verifies orders for accurate and timely delivery, and provides excellent customer service. The Class A Driver must follow all DOT regulations and company safety policies while maintaining a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn and understand company products, procedures, culture, and customer service philosophy.
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients.
• Load trucks according to the sales invoice and list of materials.
• Organize and secure loads to ensure safe and efficient transport.
• Verify accuracy of loads with the yard manager before departure.
• Deliver and unload materials at customer job sites, ensuring satisfaction.
• Follow delivery instructions and ensure timely deliveries.
• Perform vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Record delivery information on the sales invoice and communicate customer messages from the job site.
• Obey all traffic laws and safety regulations while operating company trucks and forklifts, including wearing seat belts at all times.
• Adhere to yard loading and security procedures.
• Accurately process merchandise returns with a credit memo.
• Address and resolve customer complaints professionally and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in assigned yard and areas.
• Assist with loading customer merchandise as needed.
• Must be able to work in ALL weather conditions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications:

Strong desire to learn and grow professionally.

• Ability to respond to issues quickly and handle them in a calm, accurate, and professional manner.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Proficiency in using a computer and calculator.
• Ability to stand and walk for 4 to 10 hours daily.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed.

Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer. We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:

Additional Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.

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