Commercial Driver

Westrock Company, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Westrock Company, Inc. is seeking a Class A Commercial Driver in Aurora, IL. You will drive a company tractor-trailer, unload at customer sites, and log activities with ELD while following DOT regulations. Routes are typically <150 miles with 4–10 stops per route, Monday to Friday, 5am to 7am start, about 10 hours per day, home nightly.

Responsibilities include safe operation, routine inspections, using pallet jacks, and delivering orders in full and on time while maintaining excellent customer service. Requires a valid CDL-A, at least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience, and a current medical card.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license required.
• 1+ year tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Current medical certification (DOT/CMV) card.
• Strong English communication (verbal and written).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates tractor and trailer for product delivery.
• Perform vehicle inspections as required.
• Operate mobile apps for ELD and proof of delivery.
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery.
• Follow safety rules for equipment and material handling per DOT/OSHA/company policy.
• Ensure orders are delivered complete and in good condition.

Skills

Customer facing

English fluency

Computer literacy

Safety conscious

Education

CDL Class A license

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical certification

Tools

Pallet jack

ELD usage

Vehicle inspection

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Class A Commercial Driver position involves driving a company tractor and trailer to deliver products to our customers. Driver routes will typically be 4-10 stops per route, will require the driver to unload via lift gate with pallet jack, and transport/place palletized products inside the customers’ location. Drivers will be expected to use ELD and log all activity and follow all state and federal regulations. Routes are generally <150 miles round trip but could be longer including interstate depending on DC location.

Shift: Mon-Fri, 5am -7am start time, with an avg of 10-hr days, home every night

Pay Rate: $31/hour

Location: Aurora, IL 60506

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Safely operates tractor and trailer for the delivery of products and materials.
• Perform vehicle inspections as required.
• Operate mobile apps on the phone for ELD and proof of delivery.
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery.
• Follow all safety rules for equipment and material handling as required by DOT, OSHA and Company safety program.
• Ensure all orders are delivered in good condition and in full as per the bill of lading.
• Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns.
• Utilize material handling equipment, such hand trucks.

What you need to succeed:

• Current CDL Class A license
• No preventable motor vehicle violations within the last 12 months
• Current medical certification card.
• One or more years’ experience driving a tractor trailer.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written
• Basic computer literacy preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer literacy preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Offload Driver Assist 80/20
• Electric Pallet Jack
• Customer Facing

Physical Demands

• Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours of time without assistance.
• Lift 50 pounds repeatedly and without assistance or equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Benefits include:

• Medical w/ HSA
• Dental Vision
• Mental Health
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.

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