CDL DRIVER

Description

About Us:

Hardware Sales Inc is a local family owned company operating since 1962 and headquartered in Bellingham, WA. In addition to sales of hardware, tools, and all of the usual hardware store products, we are proud to provide our community with access to an extensive fleet of equipment rentals for both homeowners and contractors. Our Lawn Equipment Service Center is a certified repair center and offers a one-stop shop for purchasing, servicing and maintaining your lawn equipment.

Hardware Sales has worked hard to become one of the Pacific Northwest's premier hardware suppliers. Whether it's plumbing or electrical materials, automotive or garden supplies, housewares or hand trucks, hand or power tools, fasteners or fencing, padlocks or paint, cable or chain - we have them all, and much, much more! Hardware Sales is an award-winning business that fills several city blocks in Bellingham and offers over 68,000 items for sale to everyone from do-it-yourself homeowners to major contractors. What started in 1962 with three people, now has over 140 employees and covers a total of 37,000 square feet of retail and 50,000 Sq. Ft. warehouse In Bellingham, a 32,000 Sq. Ft. warehouse in Ferndale, WA, and a 55,000 Sq. Ft. warehouse in Greenwood, IN.

We are extremely proud of the customer service priority that has won us Cascadia Daily News Best Customer Service in 2022, in addition to winning Best Hardware Store more than once. Our reputation for having courteous and knowledgeable employees, the hundreds of years of hardware experience that our employees represent, and the extensive selection of tools, materials and supplies we carry make us one of a kind.

Job Summary: The CDL Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a tractor-trailer (semi-truck) and a variety of flatbed trucks. This role involves transporting products, equipment, and other materials to various destinations while ensuring adherence to company policies, safety regulations, and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with flatbed retrievers used for loading and hauling heavy equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a Variety of Vehicles: Safely drive and operate semi-trucks, tractor trailers, flatbed trucks, and flatbed retrievers for loading and hauling heavy equipment.
• Transport Goods and Equipment: Pick up and deliver products, equipment, and materials to various locations as needed, including customer sites, warehouses, and other facilities.
• Load and Unload: Assist with loading and unloading goods, equipment, and machinery onto flatbed trucks and trailers, ensuring proper securement and weight distribution.
• Perform Inspections: Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment to ensure safety, maintenance, and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Follow Safety Regulations: Adhere to all company safety protocols, traffic laws, and DOT regulations to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Maintain Documentation: Accurately complete required paperwork, such as delivery logs, trip reports, mileage records, and equipment maintenance reports.
• Communicate Effectively: Coordinate with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and customers to ensure efficient and timely deliveries.
• Equipment Handling: Operate various equipment such as winches, tie-downs, chains, and straps to secure loads on flatbed trucks.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid CDL Class A License: Must have an active and valid CDL Class A license.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience driving tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, and flatbed trucks, including handling heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations: Familiarity with DOT safety regulations, hours of service rules, and pre-trip/post-trip inspection procedures.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and work in various weather conditions.
• Clean Driving Record: A clean driving record with no major violations or accidents in the past 3 years.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Customer Service Skills: Strong communication and customer service skills to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with flatbed retrievers or similar equipment
• Forklift certification or experience
• Knowledge of the local area and routes

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to remain seated for long periods while driving a tractor-trailer or flatbed truck.
• Climbing: Frequently climb up and down from trucks, trailers, and loading docks, requiring physical agility and balance.
• Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 lbs regularly, with occasional lifting of heavier items.
• Bending and Stooping: Regularly bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel to inspect loads, secure items, and handle loading/unloading tasks.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and arms to handle, control, and manipulate equipment and tools for securing loads and operating vehicle controls.
• Weather Exposure: Comfortable working in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Walking and Standing: Ability to walk, stand, and move around loading/unloading sites, warehouses, and customer locations for extended periods.
• Repetitive Movements: Frequent use of legs, arms, and hands for operating foot pedals, steering, and handling equipment.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with 3% salary raise given upon enrollment and 2% company matching contribution (after 1 year of employment).
• Dental insurance.
• Medical insurance.
• Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
• Paid time off starting at two weeks per year.
• LegalShield and IDShield legal and identity theft protection services
• Welcome Home program for purchasing a home

This role is regular full-time, non-exempt, hourly position.

Hardware Sales is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and older), race (including traits historically associated or perceived to be associated with race, which include, but are not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability (including obesity), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Hardware Sales is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Salary : $28 - $30