Local CDL A Driver

Lumbermens; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Lumbermens, based in Cottage Grove, MN, is seeking CDL-A Truck Drivers to pick up and deliver goods while maintaining strong business relationships. Responsibilities include loading and unloading products, securing orders, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The role offers a collaborative environment, competitive pay range of $27 – $32 per hour, and benefits like medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Join us to enrich lives with your commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Must perform physical labor, including lifting up to 75lbs.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trailers using tie down straps.
• Properly securing all material loaded on the truck.
• Maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.
• Building and maintaining relationships on behalf of Lumbermen’s.

Skills

Ability to effectively work and communicate

Ability to handle a variety of tasks

Desire to 'do things right the first time'

Ability to work independently

Ability to work and drive safely

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

CDL Class A license

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We are employee owned and relationship powered.

HOURS: 1st Shift

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Based out of our Cottage Grove Division, our CDL-A Truck Drivers pick up goods from our suppliers and deliver them to our customers, building and solidifying strong business relationships. They may also transfer goods between our locations. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Living Out Lumbermen’s Culture – Leading in and modeling Lumbermen’s core values while creating an atmosphere where Lumbermen’s is 'first choice' of our customers.
• Loading Products – Loading and unloading trailers using tie down straps and operating side curtain trailers.
• Securing Orders – Properly securing all material loaded on their truck.
• Staying Compliant – Properly maintaining their Lumbermen’s-supplied CMV ensuring compliance with required mechanical maintenance per DOT regulations.
• Ensuring Safety – Following all DOT and Company safety regulations.
• Teamwork – Building and maintaining strong relationships on behalf of Lumbermen’s with all those they come in contact with, including customers, suppliers, fellow employee owners and patrons on the road.

At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships. It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success.

This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE.

WHO WE NEED

An employee owner who embraces, models, and promotes Lumbermen’s Mission, Vision, and Promise and has:

• Ability to effectively work and communicate with fellow employee owners.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks at one time.
• Desire to “do things right the first time.”
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work and drive safely and efficiently.

Key Qualifications / Requirements

• High School diploma/GED required.
• CDL Class A license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate a forklift (trailer loading experience a plus).
• Ability to do physical labor, including lifting of up to 75lbs.

WHAT WE OFFER

Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us. You will experience a different kind of work environment and 'family' here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices, and earning consideration. Other benefits include:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending/health savings account
• 401(k)
• Ulliance Life Advisor EAP
• Clothing allowance (for applicable roles)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and development
• Advancement opportunities

Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace. In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.

Minnesota Hourly Range: $27 – $32 USD