OTR Truck Driver - CDL required

Carpenter Co.; Russellville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is seeking an OTR Truck Driver to join our Russellville, KY division.

The role involves delivering materials and services according to customer requirements, with overnight trips averaging two nights per week, and duties that ensure compliance with DOT rules and safe vehicle operation. The ideal candidate holds a valid CDL, has at least 1 year of OTR experience, and can work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle over the road.
• Valid CDL driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to overnight on average two nights per week.
• Able to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and call-in with short notice.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive and understand instructions from Dispatcher, Shipping Supervisor, and external customers.
• Maintain the highest respect for the customer and meet their needs.
• Communicate and relay information to others.
• Operate and maintain a clean and serviceable vehicle within company guidelines.
• Follow billing and manifest paperwork procedures.
• Transport and deliver materials and services per customer requirements.
• Know and comply with all DOT rules and regulations governing the operation of tractor-trailers and logs.
• Report conditions that may affect truck operations.

Skills

OTR driving

DOT regulations knowledge

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL

Job description

OTR Truck Driver Opportunities at Carpenter Company

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!

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience driving a commercial vehicle over the road.
• Possess and maintain a valid CDL driver's license.
• Checks of prior employment must be acceptable.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to make overnight trips on an average of two nights per week.
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and call‑in with short notice.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Essential Functions

• Receive and understand instructions from Dispatcher, Shipping Supervisor, and external customers.
• Maintain the highest respect for the customer and meet their needs.
• Communicate and relay information to others.
• Operate and maintain a clean and serviceable MVR within company’s guidelines, including fueling and checking/refilling equipment’s required fluid levels of unit(s) used.
• Properly follow administrative procedures regarding billing and manifest paperwork.
• Transport and deliver materials and services per customer requirements.
• Know, understand, and comply with all State and Federal DOT rules and regulations governing the operation of tractor‑trailers and transportation of company products and materials, including maintaining accurate DOT logs.
• Report conditions that may affect the operations of the trucks and trailers.
• Deliver product as scheduled.
• Assist in loading and unloading.
• Lifting more than 75 lbs.
• Perform checks on equipment and/or vehicle at start, during, and end of use.
• Report any errors or customer concerns to company management as soon as practical.

Licenses & Certifications

• CDL

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.

Motivations

• Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit‑sharing plan, and much more. We offer long‑term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Russellville Division employees average over 11 years of service with the company, and we’d like you to join us! To learn more, visit www.carpenter.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.