Hourly CDL A Truck Driver 2nd Shift

Carpenter Canada Co.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 37,130 - 52,882; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Canada Co. in Elkhart, IN is hiring a Spotter/Local CDL A Truck Driver for the 2nd shift. This role involves operating trailers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and completing local deliveries. The starting pay is $32.67/hour, with an additional $2.00/hour for 2nd shift work.

Candidates must possess a valid Class A CDL, with preferred experience and flexibility for varying hours. Join a team focused on quality and sustainability in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Preferred six months to one year of driving experience.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip checks on trailers for compliance.
• Coordinate trailer movement with supervisors.
• Complete local deliveries as needed.

Skills

Safe equipment operation

Communication skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree

Tools

CDL

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Spotter/Local CDL A Truck Driver on 2nd shift at our Elkhart, IN manufacturing plant. This position will require effective communication with dock personnel, safe and timely movement of trailers to and from loading docks, and completion of local deliveries as needed. The starting hourly pay rate for this position is $32.67. There is an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to effectively communicate daily with security guards, Production Plant Management and personnel, and truck shop mechanics. Works in a normal traffic department environment with exposure to temperature changes and responsible for maintaining proper electronic logs and delivery documents. Major challenges involve the safe operation of the equipment and the ability to back trailers into defined confined areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip checks on trailers to make sure the trailers are in compliance with Department of Transportation Requirements and Carpenter Company Standards.
• Report all damage and unsafe conditions to management prior to trailers being released for shipment.
• Coordinate the movement of trailers with Dock Supervisors, Guards, and Drivers.
• Safely move trailers as requested.
• Complete local deliveries as needed.
• Assist the Garage personnel and drivers with fueling and cleaning equipment.
• Know all the safety rules and regulations, attendance and conduct rules.
• Maintain cleanliness of the equipment/truck.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree required.
• Valid Class A CDL required. Preferred six months to one year of driving experience, including driving a yard trailer and experiencing backing up a trailer.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical examination.
• Must be able to pass a DOT drug test.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime, holidays, weekend, and call-in with little notice.

Preferred Qualities

• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause.
• Motivated and flexible: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals.

Licenses & Certifications

CDL

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.