Local Class A CDL Driver (Manual Transmission) – Home Daily

Teufel Landscape; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Teufel Landscape seeks a reliable CDL Driver to support local nursery and landscape operations in the Greater Seattle area. This local, home-daily role involves transporting, loading, unloading, and securing equipment and materials.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while coordinating with dispatch and operations. Emphasis on safety, DOT compliance, and equipment care.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington Class A CDL.
• Clean driving record.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Med Card).
• Ability to pass background check, DOT drug screen, and physical.
• Must be experienced driving manual transmission trucks (no automatic vehicles in fleet).
• Experience loading, unloading, and securing equipment using straps and tie-downs.
• Familiarity with pre-trip/post-trip inspections and DOT compliance requirements.
• Ability to maintain accurate driver logs and daily paperwork.
• Physically able to climb in and out of trailers and assist with manual unloading.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles safely on local routes throughout the Seattle metro area
• Haul single and double trailers, including flatbeds, end dumps, lowboys, and roll-off trucks
• Load, unload, and properly strap and secure equipment and materials
• Assist with tailgating and unloading nursery stock as required
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations
• Maintain accurate daily driver logs and required documentation
• Operate vehicles safely in tight quarters, job sites, and inner-city locations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and yard personnel
• Perform minor truck and trailer maintenance, including but not limited to: Light replacement, Fluid checks and top-offs, Maintain cleanliness and overall condition of assigned equipment
• Follow all company safety policies, DOT regulations, and traffic laws

Skills

Safe driving

Manual transmission experience

DOT compliance

Driver logs

Background check

Job description

Teufel Landscape seeks a reliable CDL Driver to support local nursery and landscape operations in the Greater Seattle area. This local, home-daily role involves transporting, loading, unloading, and securing equipment and materials.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while coordinating with dispatch and operations. Emphasis on safety, DOT compliance, and equipment care.