Driver CDL

R.P. Lumber Company Inc.; Carlinville (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in wholesale building materials is seeking a Driver CDL for their Carlinville location. The role involves maintaining a culture of safety while delivering products and materials efficiently, with responsibilities that include securing loads and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates must possess a valid CDL license and have strong attention to detail.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Profit Sharing/401k

Paid Time-off & Holidays

Employee Merchandise Discount

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL License is required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain DOT Medical Certification.
• Prior driving record must be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products using the safest and most efficient routes.
• Ensure accurate completion of delivery paperwork.
• Assist in loading/unloading materials from trucks.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Employment Position - Driver CDL

R.P. Lumber Location: Carlinville, IL

Summary of Position

A Driver CDL is responsible for maintaining a culture of safety and making sure every customer receives prompt and courteous service. A Driver CDL must exhibit excellent product knowledge of lumber and building materials and ensure that company processes and procedures are followed relating to product deliveries, as well as operations within the lumberyard.

In addition to driving a company owned commercial vehicle, a Driver CDL must ensure the safe and proper loading and unloading of product, be aware of job site conditions and safety, maintain accuracy of product entering and leaving the yard, and manage the safe unloading and stocking of shingles, drywall, lumber, millwork, and other products. A Driver CDL is to ensure a culture of safety, cleanliness, accountability, excellence in customer service, and accuracy of all paperwork completed and processed.

The direct supervisor of a Driver CDL is the General Manager.

Responsibilities of Position

• Responsible for delivering products and materials to customer’s jobsites using the most efficient route available while observing and obeying all traffic laws and safety regulations as well as company policies/procedures.
• Unload or assists in unloading products and materials at the customer’s jobsite by using crane (boom), conveyor, piggybacks (Moffett) and/or by hand.
• Ensures that delivery schedules are met while providing friendly and professional customer service.
• Responsible for securing returning loads on the company vehicle prior to leaving the job site.
• Responsible for the completion of required paperwork pertaining to deliveries (including Delivery Waiver / Consent Form), returns, and/or transfers to ensure the accurate tracking of product and materials for inventory control management purposes.
• Assists in the loading and/or securing of residential and commercial building products and materials on trucks daily. Assists yard personnel in verifying materials and quantities for accuracy.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the inside and outside of delivery vehicles.
• Performs routine safety check on vehicles according to company policies/procedures .
• Assists in yard and warehouse with stocking, loading and organizing building and lumber materials.
• Assist customers in the yard with loading material and product questions when not driving a delivery truck.
• Other duties as assigned by the General Manager.
  
  

Driver License and DOT Medical Certification Requirement

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL License (preferably with Air Brake and Manual Transmission Endorsements)
• Must possess or be willing to obtain DOT Medical Certification Card (preferably self-certified as “Non-Excepted Interstate”)
• Have an acceptable driving record for the prior sixty (60) months of operating a commercial motor vehicle.
  
  

A Driver CDL hired by the Company must ensure their CDL license and DOT Medical Certification Card remain current and perform all required daily equipment inspections in accordance with the company’s safety guidelines.

Other Qualifications / Requirements Of Employment Position

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 6 to 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Must have high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of the vehicle to ensure proper delivery while preventing damage to materials and equipment.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) when dealing with vendors, customers, management, and team members.
• Must successfully complete all Company training and certification requirements regarding equipment usage, including obtaining R.P. Lumber’s Boom and Forklift Certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Successful applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing, pre-employment background check and driver motor vehicle history checks in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
  
  

Physical Requirements of Position

• This position requires sitting, standing, bending, and walking most of the day.
• The physical demand of the position requires an individual to have the ability to bend, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and be able to frequently lift and/or move between 50 - 100 pounds.
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
  
  

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Pay Rate / Wages & Benefits

$20 - $25 (Hourly Rate)

• Potential pay rate based upon region, experience, education, licenses and certifications
  
  

R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Competitive Wages
• Health / Dental / Vision / Term-Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing / 401k
• Paid Time-off & Holidays
• Employee Merchandise Discount
  
  

R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Part-Time employees:

• Competitive Wages
• Profit Sharing / 401k
• Paid Time-off
• Employee Merchandise Discount
  
  

Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.

R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. (“R.P. Lumber Co.") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability (physical or mental), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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