Driver

The Armstrong Company; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Armstrong Company is seeking a Company Driver to oversee and lead full-cycle transportation activities, including packing, loading, transporting, and unloading. The Driver will operate a tractor trailer (CDL A) or a straight truck (CDL B) to receive, store, and distribute equipment and goods, supervising helpers in packing and unloading, with a strong focus on customer service.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL, and a proven safe driving record

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Valid Class A or Class B CDL.
• Experience in moving, storage, or furniture delivery is a plus.
• Proven safe driving history and ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Ability to operate a straight truck or tractor trailer per DOT rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate local delivery, pickup, and relocation of products.
• Protect items during loading, transit, and unloading using pads and tape.
• Maintain accurate shipment inventories and complete related paperwork.
• Direct packers and helpers to load/unload safely and efficiently.
• Comply with driver logs and expense reports; perform basic vehicle maintenance.
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup.

Skills

CDL A/B

Customer service

Safety compliance

Vehicle inspection

Supervising helpers

Job description

SUMMARY: Company Drivers are responsible for overseeing and leading Armstrong’s full-cycle transportation initiatives, including, but not limited to packing, padding, inventory, loading, transporting, unloading, and unpacking. The Driver will operate a tractor trailer (CDL A) or a straight truck (CDL B) to receive, store, and distribute equipment and goods. This requires handling of materials, as well as overseeing helpers in the packing, loading, and unloading of materials. Strong Customer Service skills are required.

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY: Company Drivers are responsible for overseeing and leading Armstrong’s full-cycle transportation initiatives, including, but not limited to packing, padding, inventory, loading, transporting, unloading, and unpacking. The Driver will operate a tractor trailer (CDL A) or a straight truck (CDL B) to receive, store, and distribute equipment and goods. This requires handling of materials, as well as overseeing helpers in the packing, loading, and unloading of materials. Strong Customer Service skills are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate trucks for the local delivery, pick‑up, and relocation of product and materials.
• Protect customer’s items and property using pads, tape, and other material to prevent damage during loading, transit, and unloading.
• Ensure each item and its condition is accurately listed on the Shipment Inventory. Ensure all other shipment paperwork, such as Bills of Lading, Statements of Accessorial Services, Inventories, and Weight Tickets, is properly completed.
• Direct packers and helpers so loading / unloading is safely accomplished within established productivity standards, as well as to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Comply with all paperwork requirements (e.g. driver logs and expense reports).
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and perform routine vehicle maintenance work (fluid levels, air pressure levels, etc.).
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pick‑up operations.
• Follow all safety rules as required by DOT, OSHA, and company safety program.
• Inspect all materials received for order accuracy and quality.
• Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns and inventory issues.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Review work orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s license (CDL).
• Prior moving & storage or furniture delivery experience a plus.
• Proven history of driving with a safe driving record.
• Must pass all company and DOT requirements, including roadside inspection reports (PSP), DOT medical screen, pre‑qualification drug screen, and criminal background investigation.
• Must be able to drive and safely operate a straight truck and/or tractor trailer in accordance with United Van Lines, and DOT (Department of Transportation) rules, policies, procedures, and standards.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• This position requires excellent physical stamina and the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Sustained periods of lifting, standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.