Truck Driver 1

International Paper; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

International Paper in Kent, WA is seeking a Truck Driver 1 to safely operate a Box Van on commercial routes. The role requires a Valid Class B CDL, 21+ years old, 6 months to 1 year driving experience, and ability to read and communicate in English.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, daily safety meetings, and timely pickups/deliveries. The position is full-time, hourly, with early shift hours (4am–12:30pm) and a competitive pay rate of $27.77 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL required.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• 6 months to 1 year verifiable driving experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to read, speak and write enough English to communicate and complete records.
• Clean MVR and current DOT Medical card.
• Air Brakes Endorsement.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Good time management and reliability.
• Willingness to work overtime and adapt to changes.
• Familiarity with Box Van loading procedures and safety.
• Ability to drive in varied weather and road conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Box Van along designated routes serving commercial customers while complying with laws and DOT regulations.
• Perform daily pre/post trip inspections and report safety concerns.
• Attend daily safety tool box meetings.
• Obtain daily work schedule and bill of ladings.
• Interact with customers and dispatcher to ensure timely service.
• Maintain communication with dispatcher for route changes.
• Complete pick-up, delivery and vehicle condition reports accurately.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Keep cab clean and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Class B CDL

Manual transmission

21+ years old

6 months–1 year driving

US work authorization

English reading/writing

Clean MVR

DOT Medical card

Air Brakes Endorsement

Pre-employment drug screen &背景 check

Customer service

Time management

Team reliability

Overtime flexibility

Box Van operation

Job description

Job Description

Position Title:

Truck Driver 1

Pay Rate

: $27.77/hr

Category/Shift

: Hourly Full-Time Mon-Fri, 4am to 12:30pm

Physical Location

: 1225 6 th Avenue N, Kent, WA 98032

The Job You Will Perform

• Safely operate assigned vehicle along a designated route collecting recyclable materials from commercial customers in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (DOT) regulations
• Complete daily pre/post trip inspections, reporting any safety concerns
• Attend daily safety-tool box meetings
• Obtain daily work schedule, BOL’s
• Courteously interact with customers and dispatcher to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain communication throughout the day with dispatcher accommodating route changes as needed
• Ensure all pick-up, delivery and vehicle condition reports are completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to plant housekeeping standards, including cleaning and trash removal from cab of truck
• Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring

• Valid Class B CDL (REQUIRED)
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must have 6 months – 1 year of verifiable driving experience
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to read, speak and write enough English to converse with the general public, read signs and signals, respond to official inquiries and make entries on reports and records
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Current DOT Medical card
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and criminal background check
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Pride in reliability and working with a team
• Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to changes as needed
• Comfortable backing, maneuvering and parking a Box Van
• Must be familiar with cargo loading procedures to assure proper distribution, location and security
• Must be able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc.
• On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
• Ability to operate/monitor the following equipment: Box Van

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Tuition Assistance, 1 week of Paid Vacation after a year (may take 1 week after 6 mos.) and 11 Paid Holidays per year, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.