Regional Truck Driver | CDL A | Lakeland, FL

Novo Building Products; Lakeland (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Novo Building Products is seeking a CDL-A Truck Driver for its Lakeland distribution warehouse. The role involves delivering millwork products on regional routes with a focus on safety and compliance. Competitive hourly pay, health benefits, and a supportive work environment are offered, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified drivers.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

$45 per diem for overnights

Qualifications

• CDL Class A certification required.
• Two to three years preferred commercial driving experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor-trailers to deliver materials and merchandise.
• Performs inspections of tractor and trailer before each drive.
• Communicates discrepancies and maintains delivery paperwork.

Skills

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Reasoning skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NOVO Building Products currently has an opening for a CDL-A Truck Driver for our distribution warehouse in Lakeland, FLDedicated truck, regional/local routes. Home weekends, no touch loads.

Our CDL-A Drivers deliver millwork products to customers in a designated region.

CDL-A Drivers receive:

• Hourly Pay! $20 - $25/hr. based on experience.
• $45 per diem for any overnights
• Newer (dedicated) tractors and trailers
• Trailer with Side Curtains
• Paid Breaks, fueling time, trip inspections
• Health Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Home every weekend!!

Additionally, our drivers have:

• No touch freights and no lumpers
• No Backhauls
• Less than 30 minutes wait when unloading
• Dependable/driver-focused dispatch

Essential Responsibilities

• Drives tractor-trailers or straight trucks to deliver materials and merchandise to customers as directed by the Logistics Department.
• Performs inspection of tractor and trailer before each start drive and post-drive per company and DOT (Department of Transportation) policies and regulations.
• Communicate any discrepancies, product issues, or safety issues with the Fleet Supervisor.
• Keeps required fuel, stop-per-mile, trip sheets, and DOT e-logs accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with all regulatory requirements
• Adheres to all DOT and Company safety and traffic regulations.
• Scales load before departure of home domicile
• Supervises the unloading of materials at their destination and maintains all delivery/pick-up related paperwork, noting and reporting discrepancies on Bills of Lading, delivery tickets, and other company-required documents.
• Opens and closes curtains and secures loads by ratcheting down straps on trailers to facilitate loading and unloading multiple times per route.
• May assist in duties within the warehouse, meeting requirements of material handler position.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualification

• CDL Class A certification
• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Flexibility in scheduling – able to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years preferred commercial driving experience.
• High School Diploma or GED

Travel Requirements

• Travel necessary to ensure customer deliveries are made accurately and on time.
• It may require overnight travel

About the Company

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to impact the people and communities we touch every day positively.

Why Work with Us?

We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 401k program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!

For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at www.novobp.com/careers

Join our Lakeland Team!

CDL Driver; Class A CDL; Truck Driver; Professional Driver; Class A CDL Driver; Delivery Driver; Commercial Driving License

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.

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