CDL Class A Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

  J. Gibson McIlvain Company has been providing high quality wood products since 1798 and is a trusted and well-known name and hardwood authority in the lumber business.  As the Importer of Record, Lumber yard, and Architectural Millwork House we have total quality control throughout the entire supply chain from the forest anywhere in the world all the way to your job site. With centuries of experience, we are a powerful supplier of both domestic and imported, exotic hardwood lumber such as Teak, Sapele, Genuine Mahogany, Black Walnut, and Ipe. J. Gibson McIlvain is more than just materials and with our comprehensive architectural millwork facility, we offer custom millwork services from interior trim and cabinetry to exterior siding, pergolas, and furniture. 

JGM Logistics is currently seeking a CDL Class A Driver. This is a full-time position requiring some overnights (approximately 2-4 nights/week a couple times a month with flexibility), however, no weekends.  Deliveries will be mainly to DC, VA, PA, MD, WV, NJ, NY and DE.

 ***$5000 sign on bonus if hired  

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe and on-time delivery of products to customers using company vehicles and following all company procedures and standards.
• Unloads product from the vehicle and verifies contents against shipping invoices or inventories.  The receiver will either unload themselves, you may hand unload to the receiver, or unload with Moffett.
• Primarily daily trips with occasional overnight stays will be expected 
• Complies with and enforces all safety policies and procedures. Safety is #1 priority.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicles and ensures proper working conditions.
• Always obey posted speed limits and all other traffic rules and regulations.
• Completes any reports, logs, pre and post trip inspections.
• Handles customer complaints or escalates to upper management when necessary.
• Call customers ahead of delivery when needed.
• Keep track of all fuel receipts for IFTA Tax reporting.
• Use an ELD to keep track of driving, on and off duty hours, per DOT requirements.

• 5+ years overall driving experience with a safe driving record
• Valid CDL A Commercial Motor Vehicle driver’s license
• Ability to drive a 13 speed, split manual truck preferred
• Desire to work in a process-oriented environment
• Knowledge and compliance with DOT regulations
• Strong customer service skills
• Must be willing to work occasional overnights, with schedule flexibility
• Willing and able to lift 70 pounds and work with a Moffett forklift truck
• Forklift experience a plus, but not a requirement
• Experience in handling building materials is a plus
• Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug screening (including marijuana) and background check