Driver II

Southland Industries Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries Inc. in Fort Worth, Texas, is hiring a driver responsible for delivering materials safely and efficiently. This role involves maintaining vehicle cleanliness, planning routes, and securing loads.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a valid Class A Driver’s license. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring your well-being and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience, flatbed experience is preferable.
• Valid Class A Driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move products.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery trucks to job sites and properly secure materials.
• Load and unload tools and supplies using equipment.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report mechanical issues.

Skills

Ability to operate a company vehicle

Customer-service skills

Mechanical knowledge

Attention to safety rules

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for safely and efficiently dropping off/picking up materials from various vendors and construction sites.

Position Details

• Drives delivery trucks to job sites and company destinations. Properly secures and straps down materials safe delivery.
• Loads, unloads, moves, stacks, stages, transports tools, supplies and equipment by hand or using dolly and/or forklift.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness and reports any mechanical issues or accidents promptly.
• Maintains work area in clean and organized fashion.
• Plans efficient routes and ensures proper and safe stocking of vehicle.
• Maintains accurate delivery documentation and ensures all paperwork is completed properly.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspection of vehicle. Maintains vehicle and equipment maintenance history.
• May provide guidance to junior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years relevant experience, flatbed experience is preferable
• Valid Class A Driver’s license
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle
• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move products using a pallet jack and/or forklift
• Working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical projects and related tools and equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good customer-service skills
• Strong attention to and respect for safety rules and regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in the warehouse and at the construction site

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast‑paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.