Delivery - Class B CDL Driver

Erie Materials, 99 Railroad Ave, Albany, New York, United States of America Job Description Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM Exceptional Service, Integrity, Care for People, Excellence Erie Materials , a certified Great Place to Work and privately owned and operated company since 1973, is built on these values. For more than five decades, Erie Materials has provided high-quality building materials products and exceptional service at the best value to professional contractors. Today, we are the leading distributor of building materials product in upstate New York and northeastern Pennsylvania. We look for dynamic people who: are hardworking, team-oriented and take initiative have great attitudes, high energy and enjoy focusing on customers can communicate well, set good examples and comfortably take the lead will hold themselves accountable for doing a great job everyday are interested in elevating their career with a company who genuinely cares about them SUMMARY: The Driver is responsible for safely transporting exterior building products to various customer jobsites. This role requires excellent driving skills, adherence to traffic laws, excellent communication, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safely operate company vehicles to transport and pick up building materials product at designated locations. Adherent to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and report any issues. Maintain a clean and well-organized vehicle interior. Use proof of delivery (POD) to take pictures of the job site prior to making a delivery: Take pictures of the product which has been delivered by the driver. Take pictures of the location should there be a need to make the delivery on pavement. If the area looks questionable a customer waiver consent form is required. Communicate and work effectively with customers, dispatchers, management and other employees. Generate an advance communication in the form of a text or phone call from the driver to the customer regarding the product delivery. Follow delivery routes and schedules accurately and promptly. Load product onto the truck for the specific deliveries designated within a route. The driver could have multiple trips from the branch depending on the specific routes for the day. Complete necessary paperwork and maintain accurate trip records. Respond to emergencies or unexpected situations calmly and efficiently, which could include contacting the department manager. Safely drive the delivery vehicle to the customer jobsite. Unload product at the jobsite, in most circumstances, unassisted. Ensure that the product is protected from any inclement weather. Depending upon the department’s needs, the driver may be required to stay beyond their scheduled time to help pull orders for delivery for the following day. Read work orders / invoices to determine product needs for customer pick-up or delivery. Frequently lift and carry building materials product by hand weighing up to 100 pounds. Operate a forklift to load a customer’s vehicle, load an Erie Materials delivery truck, unload a vendor truck, move product in stock, etc. Work in the warehouse, as needed, to put away returns, stock bays, clean warehouse areas, and help walk-in customers by providing them with their recently purchased product. Appropriately receive and check in product. Perform additional responsibilities, as assigned.

CUSTOMER SERVICE & TECHNOLOGY INTERACTION:

Provide personalized customer service through direct in-person conversations and phone conversations. Use of mobile apps and other technology to communicate with dispatchers and customers, which includes updates on arrival times and route changes. Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor in all interactions, both in-person and electronically through technology mediums. Handle customer feedback and complaints efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid New York State Commercial Class B driver license with a clean driving record. Minimum of 1 year of professional driving experience is preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of building materials product is preferred. Forklift and/or Moffett experience are preferred. Excellent knowledge of and adherence to traffic laws and road safety regulations. Ability to interpret and operate GPS and other navigation tools. Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to lift and carry building materials product by hand weighing up to 100 pounds. Ability to pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screening. Ability to meet FMCSA Vision requirements which include having at least 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction), a 70-degree field of vision, and the ability to recognize red, green, and amber traffic lights. If the standard with one eye cannot be met, a special Vision Evaluation Report (Form MCSA-5871) from an eye doctor is needed for an alternative certification (replacing the old waiver process). Ability to meet FMCSA Hearing requirements which include having the ability to first perceive a forced whispered voice in the better ear at not less than five feet with or without the use of a hearing aid or if tested by use of an audiometric device, does not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500Hz, 1000HZ and 2,000 Hz with or without a hearing aid when the audiometric device is calibrated to the American National Standard Z24.5-1951. Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Strong basic math skills which include the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure. Have a Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement or must obtain it within the first 3 months of employment if hired without it. Have an Air Brakes endorsement. ERIE DRIVERS: Our team of drivers enjoy an excellent, friendly work environment and operate a safe, clean, well maintained fleet of vehicles including: Flatbed straight trucks with booms Moffett equipped flatbeds, trailers, and soft side straight rigs

BENEFITS:

Competitive Pay with Performance Recognition Bonuses 401(k) Retirement – eligible on 1st day Generous Profit-Sharing Program Paid Holidays Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance – eligible on 1st day Flex Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employer Paid Disability Insurance Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Optional Cancer, Pet and Legal Aid Plans Paid Training & Personal Growth Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Affiliate Automobile Lease/Purchase Program Fun Employee Events including team, family & community! Our employees work a great daytime schedule and our drivers are home every night! We recognize, respect & reward your hard work! We offer opportunities for your growth with an industry-leading company, and a competitive total compensation package including: Drug Testing Requirements – All Non-CDL applicants selected for consideration must submit to a pre-employment drug screening. All CDL applicants selected for consideration must submit to a pre-employment DOT drug screening and DOT Physical. Any offer of employment will be conditional on passing the exam(s). In addition, all those hired will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing as outlined by The Erie Materials, Inc. Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy. Equal Opportunity Employer – Erie Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and prohibits discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin (including ancestry), age, religion, disability, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), domestic violence victim status, genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), marital or partnership status, caregiver status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, or other class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Reasonable Accommodation – Erie Materials is committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to perform the essential functions of a job, please contact Human Resources. Erie Materials, 99 Railroad Ave, Albany, New York, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr ERIE MATERIALS