Truck Driver CDL A - Hampton

City of Lincoln; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a Truck Driver CDL A in Hampton to safely transport donated goods and designated items. You will perform pre-trip inspections, adhere to DOT policies, and ensure loads are secured and delivered accurately.

The role requires CDL-A, a valid license, and a background check, with at least 1 year of verifiable CDL-A experience and ability to drive a manual transmission. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; combination of education and work experience considered.
• 1 year experience in a related field required.
• CDL-A required; valid state driver’s license, insurance and satisfactory driving record required.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Minimum 1 year verifiable accident-free CDL-A driving experience required.
• Ability to proficiently drive a manual transmission truck.

Responsibilities

• Completes pre-trip inspections and reports issues to management.
• Follows DOT and organizational safety regulations.
• Ensures paperwork and updates are communicated to the Dispatcher.
• Loads are secured and delivered to the correct destination per route assignments.
• Works independently without close supervision.
• Provides outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Manual transmission driving

Customer service

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL-A

Valid driver's license

Job description

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia

Truck Driver CDL A - Hampton (Finance)

Position Summary

Safely and efficiently operate assigned transportation equipment in the pick-up and delivery of donated goods and designated items. Adhere to all organizational and DOT policies and procedures.

Essential Duties

1. Completes pre-trip inspections and notify management team of any equipment issues or concerns.
2. Follows all government (DOT) and organizational safety regulations.
3. Ensures all required paperwork and updates are communicated to the Dispatcher or designee.
4. Safely, accurately and efficiently ensures loads are secure before transport, following all route assignments and all items are delivered to the correct destination.
5. Must be able to work independently without the need for close, direct supervision.
6. Exercises good judgement in behaviors and communication, providing outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The associate in this position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Education/Experience/Certificates/Security Clearance

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Will consider a combination of education and work experience.
• 1 year experience in a related field required.
• No professional certifications are required for this position.
• CDL-A required. Valid state driver's license, insurance and satisfactory driving record are required.
• The associate in this position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• A minimum of 1 year verifiable accident free CDL-A driving experience required.
• Ability to proficiently drive a manual transmission truck required.

Competencies Lives the Values, Drives for Results, Customer Focus, Communication, Job Skills Knowledge

Safety Statement

Associates are required to follow Goodwill's safety rules and regulations, as outlined in Goodwill's policies.

Information Privacy and Security

This associate may have access to Confidential Information (CI) and is required to be familiar with the Goodwill Privacy policy 10.23 related to the handling of CI, and follow all related procedures required to protect the privacy and security of CI.

Physical Demands/Work Environment/Work Conditions

• The associate is required to lift up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• The associate works in an environment with frequent exposure to extreme atmospheric conditions (temperature, noise, fumes, dust, etc.).
• The associate must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as business needs dictate.

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.