Driver CDL - Woodland, WA

Reliance, Inc.; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. seeks an experienced transport driver to move finished goods and raw materials between plants and distribution centers. You will inspect vehicles, plan routes, and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining safety standards.

The role may include light warehouse duties and elevation of loads with forklifts or cranes. Applicants must be 21+, hold a valid CDL, comply with DOT/FMCSA rules, and pass health screenings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid state CDL.
• Meet DOT physical and medical requirements and pass random drug screens.
• Meet or exceed PDM Driver Qualification Standards.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion while driving.
• Read maps, work orders and oral instructions clearly.
• Communicate professionally with employees and customers.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and maintain safety.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi-truck with one or two trailers under DOT laws.
• Transport material on required routes safely and on schedule.
• Move materials from trailers using forklifts or overhead cranes.
• Receive and transport COD collections from customers.
• Perform daily truck inspections and secure cargo equipment.
• Conduct routine truck maintenance (tire pressure, oil, coolant, fuel).
• Operate ELD to track duty status data.
• Keep truck and trailer clean at all times.
• May perform warehouse duties including loading/unloading.
• All other tasks assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Forklift certified

DOT/FMCSA rules

Warehouse systems

Inventory knowledge

Safe driving

Job description

Job Summary

Transport finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers. Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance. Plan routes and meet delivery deadlines. Perform any combination of duties and tasks to support the distribution of steel products.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Operate a semi-truck with one or two trailers according to state and federal D.O.T laws.
• Transport material over required route to proper destination safely and on schedule.
• Convey materials and items from truck trailers using over-head cranes or forklifts.
• Receive and transport collections and C.O.D from customers.
• Perform daily inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo securement equipment.
• Perform routine truck maintenance including checking tire pressure, oil, coolant, and fuel levels.
• Operate an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to accurately track, manage, and share records of duty status (RODS) data.
• Maintain a clean truck and trailer at all times (weather permitting).
• May be temporarily assigned to warehouse duties, including loading and unloading trailers.
• All additional tasks assigned by Supervisor and/or Manager.

All of the above functions are completed with a variety of hand and power tools and computer equipment while observing production and safety standards to aid PDM Steel Service in remaining fully competitive in its chosen markets.

Required Skills

Knowledge:

• Understand the different phases of warehouse processing.
• Certified Forklift operator.
• Working knowledge of computerized production systems, products, and inventory.
• Understands and complies with PDM Safety and Environmental Health rules and regulations.
• Must be well versed in D.O.T and FMCSA rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid state commercial driver’s license.
• Meet D.O.T physical and medical requirements and pass random substance abuse screenings.
• Meet or exceed PDM’s Driver Qualification Standards.
• Use considerable judgment and discretion while driving.
• Read and interpret maps, work orders, and oral instructions.
• Communicate clearly with employees and customers in a professional manner.
• Analyze and respond to emergency situations.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $30.00/Hr. - USD $32.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.