Driver, CDL

CDL Drivers

Pay: $23- $25/ Hour + Benefits and up to $3500 in annual bonuses

Location: Horizon- 929 Professional Place Chesapeake Virginia 23320

Horizon Distributors, Inc. (Horizon) is a wholly owned subsidiary of POOLCORP the world's largest publicly traded distributor of swimming pool, landscaping and outdoor living products which employs over 6,000 team members in more than 445 sales centers worldwide.

Horizon operates 90 of those sales centers across the US and is a leading distributor of landscape and irrigation products with a focus on serving the needs of professional landscape contractors. With more than 60 years of industry experience, Horizon prides itself in offering the convenience and buying power of a national company with the personalized service and attention to detail of a local store!

The Job

CDL Drivers make safe, complete, accurate and on-time deliveries to customers while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable regulations. As the face of Horizon out on the job site, they represent our commitment to exceptional service, establish relationships with customers and always radiate a positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Make deliveries using the most effective route to ensure orders are delivered on time.
• Load and unload the vehicle, ensuring that all products are properly secured.
• Collect payments and accurately document delivery.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)).
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, and inform supervisor of any maintenance needed.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and presentable on a daily basis.
• Assist with housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe and secure sales center.
• Increase job and product knowledge on an ongoing basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A valid Class A commercial driver's license.
• A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) indicating no more than 2 combined violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years.
• Ability to frequently lift and move items that weigh up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Aptitude to learn ever-evolving computer systems, programs, handheld technology and processes.
• Ability to observe surroundings for information and recognize potential problems.
• Maintains composure in a fast-paced environment focused on serving business owners with urgent needs.
• A cooperative, dependable team player.
• Strong customer service attitude.
• Keen awareness of how actions behind-the-scenes can impact customer service.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Follows and carries out instructions with minimal supervision.
• Possess or obtain forklift certification.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Truck mounted forklift experience.
• Compressed air brake system experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Select CDL Drivers should possess or be able to obtain Hazmat certificate.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered "safety-sensitive" and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

At POOLCORP, we are committed to our employees' success. Our comprehensive benefits program offers the flexibility of benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families. Some of these benefits include medical, dental and vision care, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, and employee assistance and education reimbursement programs. These benefits can help build a foundation for the future while helping employees live a healthy lifestyle.

The compensation range for this position in VA is between $23 and $25 based on a full-time schedule. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commissions plans as well as relocation or cost of living adjustments.

Your total compensation (pay, benefits, and bonuses) will be adjusted based upon your job classification, hours worked, and length of employment. Please note that benefits are subject to change. For more information about compensation and benefits, visit