Regional Truck Driver

Morton Buildings Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal Money

Home time balance: most drivers home 4

Medical/Dental coverage

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

401K

ESOP Retirement Program

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking an experienced CDL driver to join the regional plant team. You will deliver loaded buildings from our manufacturing facility to customer sites and unload and stage materials, while adhering to safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes daily/weekly delivery planning, pre-trip inspections, and collaboration with the Shipping Supervisor. You will mentor new drivers and support plant-wide safety and efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires a Valid Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Proficient understanding of DOT regulations and safety rules.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Willingness to travel overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly deliveries in compliance with DOT Hours of Service rules.
• Perform pre-trip inspections of equipment and cargo.
• Coordinate with Shipping Supervisor and Traffic Manager on loads and scheduling.
• Assist Maintenance in equipment upkeep and reporting issues.
• Maintain safety, efficiency, and profitability of the department.
• Mentor new drivers and support cross-plant material movement.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL with Air Brake End

DOT regulations compliance

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.

Drivers are part of the regional plant team in ensuring that buildings materials are delivered according to Morton Building's safety and quality standards. Drivers are responsible for moving loaded buildings from our regional manufacturing facility to customer sites and unloading and staging the materials in an efficient, profitable manner within a culture of safety, including adherence to rigid DOT compliance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Plans for daily and weekly deliveries in compliance with DOT HOS rules.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of equipment and cargo.
• Cooperates with the Shipping Supervisor and Traffic Manager where changes to loads and/or scheduling are required.
• Assists Maintenance in maintaining equipment by reporting any issues early.
• Serves to consistently meet the needs of the construction centers and crews.
• Works as a team with other plants in moving materials between plants and/or helping deliver buildings for another plant as needed.
• Helps mentor new drivers.
• Maintains constant awareness of safety, efficiency, & profitability of the department, displays flexibility and out of the box thinking capability to solve problems.
• Communicates clearly and frequently with the Traffic Manager.
• Exhibits customer service focus with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Adheres to processes that ensure costs are in line with projected budgets.
• Creates and maintains a teamwork environment to support plant & corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement
• Available to travel overnight as needed
• Standard weight lifting requirements - 50 - 75lbs
• Proficiency in understanding and complying with DOT regulations.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation among driver team and others.
• Proven safe driving record and DOT compliance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to drive for extended periods and work at the unloading site in varying weather conditions.
• Displays dedication and enthusiasm to create a workplace environment that values safety, quality, and continual process improvement and profitability.

Benefits

• Earn $80,000 - $110,000 per year
• Meal Money
• Work/Life Balance: Most drivers home at least 4 nights per week
• Excellent medical / dental / prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• 401K Opportunity
• ESOP Retirement Program in which you become an owner of the company

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.

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