CDL Driver I
Gilcrest Jewett Lumber
- Waukee, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Delivers materials to job site, inspects and maintains truck, reports shortages and claims to supervisor, and assists in loading and storing of materials. Typically, driving a truck with a capacity of more than three tons, but may be a less experienced CDL or tractor-trailer driver.Essential Job Duties
- Operates Safely
- Participates in a positive work environment
- Maintains a current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License as required
- Prepares DOT required log of time on duty and driving
- Organizes and secures load
- Assists forklift operators when loading
- Checks orders for accuracy
- Delivers and unloads materials to customers' satisfaction
- Completes daily equipment pre-inspection
- Records all merchandise that is returned by truck, assists in unloading material returned for credit
- Follows guidelines established by the Department of Transportation
- Provides Excellent Customer Service
- Relays messages sent by customers while on job
- Assists supervisor, other employees, and other work areas, as assigned
- Assists in maintaining good housekeeping in yard and warehouse
- Complies with all company policies and guidelines
- Safe and efficient operation of truck-mounted forklift
- Maintain cleanliness of truck
- Participates in and completes assigned trainings
- Performs other duties as assigned by Management
- Minimum education preferred - High School Diploma or general equivalency degree (GED).
- Minimum experience preferred
- 6 months CDL experience preferred. Basic CDL experience with flat beds and/or tractor trailers required.
- 1 year CDL experience required for interstate commerce.
- Special skills required- Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions, and complete forms.
- Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees, and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
- Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
- Maintains current operator's license and meets company driver qualification requirements.
- Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques
- Physical demands include stooping, bending, twisting, and throwing. Working in a variety of climates and environmental conditions. Ability to lift up 100 lbs or more on a repetitive basis.
- Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, GPS, and other necessary business applications).