The Bruce Company is proud to be a local, family-run landscaping company that’s been in business for 70 years. We are passionate about achieving incredible results for our customers and offer an exciting and collaborative company culture where our employees grow along with our company.
We are currently seeking a local CLD Driver and Operator with a valid CDL License and experience operating heavy equipment to join our landscape and delivery team. Experience working in the Landscape or Construction industry is a plus. If you are dedicated to customer success and love learning new skills we would like to learn more about you!
Why Choose The Bruce Company?

• Enjoy work/life balance, weekly pay, and year-round work!
• Team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career.
• Local Driving only – be home daily and no flexible weekends.
• Establish and develop your career with Southern Wisconsin’s leader in landscaping!

Responsibilities/DutiesThe CDL Driver and Operator is responsible for the delivery and pick up of construction and plant material from company facilities to and from projects throughout Madison and surrounding areas. This includes picking up and loading materials from suppliers in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois; and inspecting, operating, and maintaining vehicles with a focus on safety and customer courtesy.

• Organize and load/unload products, equipment, and material onto a truck for delivery to the applicable job site.
• Secures loads to ensure safety during travel.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of delivery by load slip requests and at the direction of the Dispatcher.
• Operates assigned vehicle (dump truck, flatbed, van, spider truck, tree spade, or tractor-trailer) safely and courteously in the Madison area, Southern Wisconsin, and/or Northern Illinois as applicable.
• Operates other equipment such as loaders, skid steer, Bobcats, forklifts, etc. to load and unload equipment, material, and products for delivery.
• Climbs in and out of vehicles to load/unload and/or secure loads for transport.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspection vehicle inspections.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports, and other records that are requested from management.
• Fuels and maintains the assigned vehicle(s).
• Maintains accurate timekeeping and records of jobs or tasks in the timekeeping system as directed.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures such as attendance, conduct, and dress code.
• Reports incidents or accidents promptly including completion of incident reports.
• Performs snow removal during the winter months (may include operating a salt truck or equipment as well as shoveling, etc).
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily performed outdoors during all seasons.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including inclement weather (rain, snow, heat or cold).
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required for duties such as equipment operation that expose the individual to elevated noise levels.
• The duties of this position may expose the individual to chemicals and fertilizers.

Schedule

• This is a Full-time seasonal position.
• Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (40-55 hours per week) during our peak season (approximately April to November). Saturday hours as needed.
• Hours vary in winter months (approximately December through March) based on snow removal.
• Overtime may be required as workload dictates.

Skills You Need?

• A valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with good driving record is required.
• Current federal DOT medical card.
• Previous equipment (loader, bobcat, skid steer, forklift) experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow directions, navigate, and read a map.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Being bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful.

BenefitsThe Bruce Company offers a competitive hourly wage, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, and more coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career.
Join our team of outdoor living experts and experience for yourself why many of our employees have chosen to make their life-long careers at The Bruce Company. Visit us at www.brucecompany.com to learn more.
The Bruce Company is proud to be an Affirmative-Action Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of the job. Further, the duties assigned may be added, deleted, or modified at any time at the discretion of management.