Truck Driver

GS Engineering; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver to safely transport cargo across the metro Detroit area. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with a supportive team while ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining vehicle safety. The ideal candidate will have a valid CDL Class B license and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. With competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a vital position. Join a company that values your skills and offers opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k match

Company paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Stock discounts

Health savings contributions

Scholarship programs

Work-life balance

Opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL Class B license and a clean driving record.
• 2+ years of truck driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport cargo safely within metro Detroit and surrounding areas.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on the truck as needed.
• Assist in shipping and receiving by unloading trucks.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

Attention to detail

Route planning

Physical fitness

GPS proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid CDL Class B license

2+ years of commercial truck driving experience

Tools

Electric lifts

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Job description

Standex Engraving designs, develops, and applies engineered texture finishes to tooling that produces the products we see and use every day. These texture finishes add beauty, creative expression, fine details, and functionality, enhancing the value and our enjoyment of these products. We are the only global texture company in the market today and we constantly strive to meet the ever-evolving challenges in the industry.

Why Standex?

As an established company, we offer a vast array of competitive benefits, including:

• Anthem Blue Cross health, dental, and vision
• 401k match
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stock discounts
• Health Savings company contributions
• Scholarship Programs
• Work-life balance
• Opportunities to advance

Position: Truck Driver

FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt

Location: Fraser, MI

Status: Full-time

Summary of Position: The Truck Driver is responsible for driving a heavy truck, transporting cargo safely to and from destinations in the metro Detroit area, Grand Rapids, and occasionally out of state (primarily home each night). The Truck Driver will also have duties and responsibilities within the shipping and receiving department.

Essential Duties:

1. Responsible for ensuring tools are properly secured to prevent damage/injury.
2. Responsible for fully understanding how to operate and safely drive assigned truck.
3. Assist in mapping driving routes to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
4. Perform inspections on the truck prior to and following each trip.
5. Maintain and service the truck as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.).
6. Communicate with production managers and shop office coordinators on all tools coming and going.
7. Notify management of any major maintenance or delivery issues.
8. Follow a delivery schedule while maintaining proper break times.
9. Ensure proper tools match documents and maintain signatures on all documentation for every tool delivery and pickup.
10. Obey all traffic laws and drive according to weather and road conditions.
11. Assist in shipping and receiving by unloading trucks, accounting for each tool, and signing off on receiving documents.
12. Coordinate with production and shop staff regarding tool movement and department allocation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles.
2. Alert, focused, and detail-oriented.
3. Physically and mentally fit, able to lift up to 50 lbs.
4. Possess stamina for long shifts and comfort with long-haul transport.
5. Operate equipment such as electric lifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks.
6. Proficient with GPS and routing systems, with map reading and route planning skills.
7. Self-motivated, disciplined, dependable, resourceful, and able to work independently.
8. Maintain good stress management and composure.

Educational Requirements/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid CDL Class B license required.
• 2+ years of proven commercial truck driving experience preferred.
• Clean driving record with no violations.