Non CDL Box Truck Driver

SWIFT SUPPLY; Robertsdale (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SWIFT SUPPLY in Robertsdale, AL seeks a Non-CDL Driver to transport goods using box trucks. This hourly role requires safe, timely deliveries while complying with traffic and safety regulations. You will work within the Delivery team and assist other department members.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inspecting shipments, maintaining the truck, and communicating delays to the Yard Foreman. A high school diploma or GED and a valid Class D license are required; 2+ years of driving

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Class driver’s license required.
• 2+ years proven tractor-trailer or box truck driving experience preferred.
• Must pass background check and DOT drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle in compliance with regulations to deliver freight on time.
• Inspect loads to verify invoices and materials match.
• Organize, secure, and unload deliveries; assist with loading as needed.
• Deliver and unload materials to customer satisfaction; maintain truck cleanliness.
• Relay messages and communicate delays or issues to Yard Foreman.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Vehicle operation

Safety compliance

Team player

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Position Title: Non-CDL Driver

Reports to: Assistant Manager

Classification: Hourly

Department: Delivery

The successful candidate will be someone who is comfortable working in a team environment that requires physical labor. This position is vital to our millworks business and the successful candidate will take pride in delivering product safely, in a timely manner, and in new condition. The willingness to help in other areas of the department and support other members of the team is key to the success of the candidate and the millworks business as a whole.

Purpose of Position: Non-CDL drivers transport goods between locations using box truck and other non-CDL required vehicles. They often travel extensive distances to deliver their loads and must adhere to traffic and safety regulations while still making their deliveries on time.

Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodation).

• Safely and efficiently operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with company policy, as well as federal and state regulations, in order to handle and deliver freight undamaged and on time.
• Inspect delivery loads to determine that sales invoices and materials match.
• Organize and secure loads.
• Assist forklift operators when being loaded or unloaded.
• Accurately complete shipping log, including destination, mileage, time out and time in, etc.
• Deliver and unload materials to customer's satisfaction within company guidelines
• Pick up materials from the customer's job site and ensure that the Return Credit Authorization is filled out completely and submitted.
• Correct or bring to the attention of the Yard Foreman any unsafe vehicle condition or maintenance need.
• Relay messages between customer and company accurately and professionally.
• Maintains knowledge of proper identification of inventory items.
• Wait on customers while truck is being loaded, unloaded, and during slow delivery periods.
• Account for company funds when necessary (e.g. C.O.D.'s)
• Assist in maintaining good housekeeping in yard and warehouse.
• Maintain a clean truck.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory control as needed.
• Immediately report all accidents, injuries, and incidents of damage to the Yard Foreman.
• Informing clients and your Manager of potential delays.
• Attends staff, departmental meetings, and safety and health training, as required, on time.
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy.
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and policies.
• Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies procedures (e.g., safety glasses, earplugs, face shields, etc.) to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: (Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person unless they prove unable to perform them after receiving training and/or accommodations that the company judges appropriate).

• Ability to be alert, focused, and detail-oriented at all times.
• Ability to drive safely, irrespective of the weather or time of day.
• Must have experience operating similar vehicles for work purposes.
• Must comply with all road and transport rules.
• Must demonstrate ability to follow specific instructions and directions.
• Must be skilled at driving large vehicles.
• Must be able to successfully pass company-provided forklift and/or moffett operator training program and maintain "certification" through safe operation and following of procedures
• Complete vehicle and equipment inspection forms accurately and completely.
• Must be comfortable maneuvering and parking the delivery vehicle.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment, as well as work alone.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English effectively.
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to wear all applicable PPE properly.
• Must have clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Must pass a background check and DOT drug test and DOT physical.

Experience and Education Requirements:High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Valid Class driver’s license required. 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer or box truck driving preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull, maximum lift – 100 lbs.; frequently lift/carry – up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to see within normal range of vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear running machinery.
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively.
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination.
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead.
• Must regularly be able to sit, squat, bend, twist, and stand.
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally.

Work Conditions:

• Works outside in temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.
• Work in areas with high noise levels

Swift Supply is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Swift Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status or other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are only intended to describe the general nature of the job. The physical demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.