Diver-Non DOT

Bodycote; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Bodycote, based in Vernon, CA, is seeking a delivery driver to perform pickup and delivery of customer parts and materials in a safety‑sensitive role. The position operates Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm, with potential overtime and shifts as needed.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspection, loading/unloading, DOT‑compliant load securing, and maintaining exemplary customer service while adhering to safety standards. A valid CDL and forklift certification are required.

Qualifications

• ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of commercial driving experience.
• Must maintain a clean driving record and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a commercial driver physical and obtain forklift certification.
• May be required to work overtime or weekends and shift 8:00am–4:30pm, Mon–Fri.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive to pick up and deliver customer parts and materials.
• Inspect vehicle and complete required paperwork.
• Load and unload trucks, secure loads per DOT rules.
• Maintain professional demeanor and assist in shipping/receiving as needed.
• Report accidents and incidents per procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service and comply with safety standards.

Skills

English language

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Commercial driver license

Forklift certification

Job description

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Position Summary:

Based in Vernon, CA the Driver will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Customer Service Manager to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

Summary:

Under limited supervision, responsible for timely and accurate pick-up and delivery of customer parts and related materials and other essential job functions.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities):

• Responsible for general inspection of company truck, including minor maintenance as needed.
• Complete required paperwork (i.e. vehicle inspection reports as needed)
• Responsible for prompt and accurate pickup and delivery of customer’s parts and related materials, practicing safe driving standards asset by state law.
• Responsible for preparing jobs for shipment, loading and unloading trucks in a safe and careful manner.
• Secure all loads per DOT requirements
• Must maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times as determined by the company.
• Must follow set procedures if involved in an accident: call authorities, complete accident report (in glove box) and call supervisor immediately.
• Report all Warnings, Citations, Tickets from any roadside inspection or traffic stops to supervisor upon return to home plant
• Provides exceptional customer service by communicating professionally with both external and internal customers.
• Practices and promotes safety, good housekeeping and will assist in shipping/receiving department as needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
• This position is responsible for the driving operation function of the business and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with all state motor vehicle guidelines and regulations.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications:

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one years’ experience in commercial driving.
• Must have current drivers’ license, be able to produce and maintain clean driving record, and obtain and maintain forklift operator certificate.
• Must have a pass a commercial driver physical
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
• Must be able to work the required shift of 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods of time while driving.
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Pay & Benefits Information

The hourly pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00 per hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with state and federal law.

This role is eligible for additional compensation, including shift differential, etc., if applicable.

Benefits include employee and family medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; company paid life and disability; HSA/FSA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility begins on day 61 of employment.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment and for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.