Driver - CDL A

Millard Lumber Inc.; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Millard Lumber Inc. is seeking an experienced CDL-A truck driver to operate semi-trailers and two-axle trailers, delivering lumber to urban and rural locations. The role requires forklift experience, DOT compliance, and the ability to handle load documentation with accuracy.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of driving/delivery experience, a valid Class A CDL, and pass pre-employment drug screens and physical exams. ELD experience is a plus and weekend/overtime work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1-year driving and delivery experience.
• Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) experience a plus.
• Must have current DOT certification and valid, unrestricted Class A (CDL) license.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Work morning/evening hours during the week, required weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles with a semi-trailer or pull trailer with two or more axles with a mounted forklift.
• Deliver lumber products to project areas and collect receipts/signatures.
• Check load documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain driver logs (ELD) according to DOT regulations and report defects or incidents.
• Address and resolve customer issues and inform dispatch of outstanding concerns.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Forklift

DOT Regulations

GPS Reading

Customer Service

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Map Reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Job description

Position SummaryOperates vehicles with a semi-trailer or trailer with two or more axles. Delivering and picking up lumber products from and to project areas. Driving to urban/rural residential and commercial locations within intrastate and interstate.Position Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate vehicles with a semi-trailer or pull trailer with two or more axles with a mounted forkliftDemonstrate decision driving skills by safely delivering various bulky and/or heavy lumber products in a timely manner in accordance with DOT regulations and damage-freeAdhering to assigned deliveries/credits and check on load related documentation for completeness and accuracyObtain receipts or signatures for delivered goodsMaintain driver forms and log (ELD) according to DOT regulationsMaintains high activity/productivity levels while operating with a sense of urgency, efficiency, and determinationAddress and resolve customer issues as appropriate and informs dispatch of any outstanding issues related to the customer deliveriesCheck vehicle to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working orderReport vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehiclePerform other duties and responsibilities as required and assignedEducation/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDMinimum of 1-year driving and delivery experienceForklift experienceElectronic Logging Devices (ELD) experience a plusOther RequirementsMust have current DOT certification and valid, unrestricted Class A (CDL) licenseMust pass pre-employment drug screen and physicalWork morning/evening hours during the week, required weekends and overtimeMaintenance of regular attendanceKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesVerbal & Written Communication skills and map/GPS reading abilitiesManeuver large vehicles on highways, inter-city and traffic routesAbility to comply to daily changes to deliveries/schedules with a positive attitudeExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsAbility to work as an individual and as a team to meet delivery goalsWilling to obtain other training if deemed necessary in performance of responsibilities and continuing educationWorking Conditions and Physical RequirementsWork is perform within jobsite and yard environment subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dustPerform activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materialsMust be able to safely squat, bend, climb, lift/carry up to 80 lbs., grasp, talk, hear, standing/walking for prolonged periodsReaching at or above shoulder level and below waist and have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment