Truck Driver

Metrie; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrie is seeking a full-time delivery driver in Lake Charles, LA to ensure safe, on-time delivery of building products. You will load, transport, and unload products, verify quantities on shipping tickets, and maintain accurate inventory records.

You must hold a Class A CDL, pass a DOT physical and MVR check, and comply with DOT regulations. Strong organization, communication, and familiarity with ELD systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass MVR driving record check and MCCI Clearinghouse application.
• Familiar with DOT rules and regulations.
• Able to drive large vehicles on streets and freeways.

Responsibilities

• Safety: Follow all safety rules and ensure PPE is worn; maintain housekeeping in trailers.
• Quality: Ensure product delivered correctly and undamaged.
• Delivery: Deliver products to customers on time and in good condition.
• Inventory: Report damaged, mislabeled, missing or wrong product for adjustments.
• Productivity: Meet On Time Delivery requirements.

Skills

Read shipping tickets

Identify products on tickets

Organization and communication

Operate a Tractor Truck 53" trailer

DOT rules and regulations knowledge

MVR and Clearinghouse checks

Customer-facing communication with all

ELD systems usage

Education

Class A CDL

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview/Responsibilities:

• Safety: Understand and follow all safety rules and ensure PPE is always worn; ensure good housekeeping in trailers. Comply with all DOTD LMI rules and regulations
• Quality: Ensure product is delivered correctly and free of damage
• Delivery: Ensure all appropriate product are delivered to the customer in good condition, accounted and signed for. Ensure on time delivery
• Inventory: Make sure any damaged or mislabeled, missing or wrong product is report so inventory adjustments can be made, and customer can receive the correct product
• Productivity: Meet shipping On Time Delivery requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Read and interpret quantity on shipping tickets
• Know how to properly identify product on tickets
• Good organization and communication skills
• Know how to safely operate a Tractor Truck with a 53\" trailer
• Knowledge of all DOT rules and regulations
• Must be able to pass MVR Driving record check, and MCCI Clearinghouse application
• Good communication skills and attitude, with customer, inside and outside Sales
• Must be able to effectively use and manage ELD systems

What background will make you successful?

• You have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
• You have your high school diploma or GED
• You have a safe driving record (MVR)
• You are comfortable driving large vehicles on streets and freeways
• You can measure using calipers and tape measures
• You can lift up to 40 pounds
• You are a team player
• You are comfortable maintaining a physical workload
• You can pass a DOT Physical

Metrie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and customers belong. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team at [e-mail].

Metrie conducts pre-employment screening including but not limited to background checks and drug testing for all final candidates. All applications will be independently reviewed.

We are an E-Verify employer.

Job Type: Full-time