Shed Delivery Driver- CDL A

Leonard Truck Outfitters; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401K with company match

Paid time off

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories is hiring a CDL Driver for our distribution center. The role involves safely operating commercial vehicles, delivering shed buildings and truck accessories across the region with high emphasis on service and safety.

You will perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections, secure cargo, and interact with customers at delivery sites. Pair with a clean driving record and CDL Class A endorsements.

Qualifications

• Must pass background/drug screen and DOT physical.
• Knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations, including hours-of-service and vehicle weight limits.
• Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles to transport shed buildings and truck accessories to designated locations.
• Adhere to traffic laws, regulations and company policies while driving.
• Transport cargo from distribution centers to customer locations and handle loading/unloading at sites.
• Follow delivery schedules and routes to ensure timely, accurate deliveries.
• Load and secure cargo to ensure balance and安全 during transport.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any issues.
• Interact professionally with customers at delivery locations to assist with unloading and placement.

Skills

Background check & DOT

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

CDL Class A

Clean driving record

Job description

Established in the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina in 1963, Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories is a manufacturer and distributor whose product lines include storage buildings, cargo and utility trailers, truck covers, truck and van accessories, carports, playhouses, chicken coops, and dog houses. We serve our residential, commercial, fleet, and government customers through our 150+ retail store locations in eighteen states, supported by our corporate offices (in Mount Airy, NC, and Cobden, IL), distribution centers, and strategically located manufacturing facilities.

Job Summary:

The Driver - CDL position is based at the Leonard Distribution Center ,with operations in the U.S. and has overall responsibility for safely transporting shed buildings and truck accessories to designated locations, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations and company policies. This position reports directly to the Delivery Manager and has 0 direct reports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely operates commercial vehicles, including box trucks, flatbed trucks, or tractor-trailers, to transport shed buildings and truck accessories to designated locations.
• Adheres to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while driving, ensuring the safety of oneself, passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians.
• Transports shed buildings and truck accessories from distribution centers or manufacturing facilities to customer locations, job sites, or retail stores.
• Follows delivery schedules, routes, and instructions provided by dispatchers or transportation managers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Loads and secures shed buildings and truck accessories onto the truck using appropriate equipment and techniques, ensuring that cargo is properly balanced and secured for transport.
• Unloads cargo at delivery locations, using manual or mechanical methods as required, and assist customers with the placement of items as needed.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of commercial vehicles, checking for mechanical issues, damage, or safety hazards, and reporting any concerns to maintenance or management.
• Performs basic maintenance tasks on commercial vehicles, such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and lighting systems, and reporting any maintenance needs promptly.
• Interacts professionally with customers and recipients at delivery locations, providing courteous and helpful assistance with unloading and placement of shed buildings and truck accessories.
• Addresses customer inquiries or concerns promptly and effectively, ensuring a positive delivery experience and representing [Company Name] in a professional manner.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Competencies (skills, knowledge, and abilities):

• Must be able to PASS background/drug screen/ DOT Physical
• Knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations, including hours-of-service regulations and vehicle weight limits.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements (e.g., Class A) as required for the specific vehicles being operated. Clean driving record with no recent accidents or traffic violations.

Previous experience as a CDL driver, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry.

Pay: $65,000-$133,000/year.

Travel: This position requires approximately (90%) travel within the region.

What does Leonard Offer?

Competitive salary compensation role.

Competitive benefits package.

401K with a company match.

Paid days off: holiday and vacation.

Continuous training and growth opportunities to build your career with Leonard.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move heavy objects

Perform tasks such as loading and securing cargo, and operate commercial vehicles for extended periods

Sitting, standing, bending, and reaching.

Exposure to varying weather conditions and physical exertion associated with manual labor during loading and unloading activities.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local.

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