What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Driver position at ARNOLD LUMBER CO INC?
Job Details
Description
CDL Driver
Arnold Lumber Company is a full-service lumberyard offering building materials, a full line of masonry supplies, cabinetry, and a Kitchen & Bath Design Center Showroom with locations in Bristol, Wakefield, Westerly, and the Headquarters based in West Kingston.
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PURPOSE:
To deliver material in a safe and timely manner to the job site as scheduled by the dispatcher. Assist with the loading and storing of materials. Properly care for and maintain company vehicles. Perform all duties safely and productively. Other duties assigned by the dispatcher/manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Deliver materials to job sites as assigned and communicate with customers, employees, and supervisors.
- Verifies product, quality, and counts of loads.
- Organize and secures loads.
- Assist in keeping yard, warehouse, and vehicle neat and clean.
- Completes safety pre-check daily equipment inspections.
- Communicates any maintenance that may be required to the dispatcher and mechanic.
- Follow all operational procedures including but not limited to: invoicing, credits, inspection reports, and deliveries.
- Assist with unloading materials of returned items for credits.
- Report any vehicle and/or property damage to the dispatcher immediately.
OTHER JOB DUTIES:
- Attend all required training and monthly safety meetings.
- Actively participates in the morning huddle meetings.
- All other duties Perform all other duties as assigned including carrying out responsibilities, performing duties, using skills, and working in conditions necessary to perform all assigned tasks.
Qualifications
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to remain focused and calm.
- Organizational skills.
- Ability to convey information in a prompt clear manner.
- Must be able to work outside year-round.
- 100% Local travel within the Northeast.
- Basic mechanical knowledge.
- Must be able to lift 50-85 pounds repeatedly.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Frequently lift, carry push, and pull materials. Lifting 50-85 pounds is commonplace.
- Exposure to inclement weather while working outside.
- Occasional sounds or noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
- Work close to others, especially when unloading trucks.
- Wear proper safety attire.
- Occasionally exposed to bright or dim lighting conditions.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- CDL A or B license and health card required. Must be insurable for driving and have a clean DMV record.
- Must be at least 21 years of age. Will be driving a commercial motor vehicle across state lines (interstate).
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
- 40 hour workweek. Must be available for overtime as needed.
- Six months of driving experience driving a truck.
