CDL Driver

Clayton Home Builder Position

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work/life balance.

The Position

This is a Class A CDL qualified position responsible for the transportation of materials for Heibar Tn. This position is also responsible for maintaining proper and accurate paperwork and ensuring a professional appearance with all vehicles. This position is accountable for basic and safe operation of all equipment.

Essential Functions

• Completes and maintains daily truck log, accurately and completely.
• Maintains accurate reporting of all expenses and receipts associated with the day-to-day use of company credit and fuel cards.
• Completes IFTA reports manually and electronically as required.
• Reports on all unsafe conditions regarding the use of company equipment.
• Inspects and secures finished goods/loads that meet the USDOT requirements
• Secure required customer signatures on all shipping documents to include rental and sale contracts, load sheets, and/or any other required documentation.
• Ensures that proper items, per customer orders, are unloaded while on site
• Enters daily time within the ELC system and/or completes manual timecards and reports work times daily
• Uses in cab truck computer for dispatching purposes and enters load and fuel information as required
• Meets all regulations established by operating authorities such as FMCSA and USDOT inspections.
• Reports to work as required to complete job assignments; early or late hours and/or weekends may be required to fulfill the job responsibilities of this position.
• Contacts Fleet Manager and Zone Managers/Area Managers as needed to coordinate load movements.
• Coordinates machine movement with local, state, and federal authorities as required.
• Seek ways to manage the daily routine in the most effective and efficient manner.

• Works with the manager to ensure implementation of agreed-upon changes.
• Maintains paperwork to include permits, receipts and and/or any necessary documentation.

Interpersonal

• Meets the needs and requests of the customer in a professional and courteous manner.
• Works closely with the Fleet Manager and Field Personnel to keep communicating relevant information regarding equipment.
• Acts as an ambassador for the company to ensure highest customer service satisfaction.

Technical

• Conducts daily Driver Vehicle Inspections required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and USDOT.
• Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance to transport equipment to ensure vehicle meets safe operating conditions and ready for next-day business, including fueling and pre-loading.
• Learns and understand transport equipment thoroughly to ensure safe operation.
• Inspects all machinery and equipment for damage at time of pick up. Document findings and submit damage information to Fleet Manager as necessary.
• Applies knowledge and understanding of USDOT, FMCA, state, local and municipal rules and regulations governing the transport of company products.
• Loads and unloads company products safely and according to all laws and regulations.

Essential Job Requirements

• Minimum Experience Required: One or more years Professional driving experience, including mountain driving.
• Class A CDL required.
• Excellent Driving Record (MVR) No DUI's, Suspensions, or DOT violations in the past 3 years.
• Prior customer service experience. Strong communication skills. Basic Mechanical Experience
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma or GED

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.