OTR Driver Traffic

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Company has an immediate opening for an Over The Road (OTR) Driver in the Traffic Department at our Temple, Texas manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining a company vehicle to deliver finished products to external customers safely, on time, and following Company policies and government regulations within a defined geographic delivery area.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As an OTR Driver, you will have daily communication with the Department Manager, Traffic Coordinator, and external customers.  You must project a positive professional image to customers at all times.  As an OTR Driver you must drive safely in all kinds of weather.  Major challenges include the safe on time delivery of finished products to customers within Department of Transportation Regulations and Carpenter Company Policies.  Occasional overnight delivery and multiple days are required. 

Skills/Requirements  

• Must have two (2) or more years of experience for this position. 
• Must have a Class A CDL, pass a DOT Physical examination and a certified drug test.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills are required. 
• Must be able to work flexible hours, holidays, weekend, and call-in with little notice. 
• Must be able to deliver any finished products to any customer that is required. 
• Must adhere to all Department of Transportation regulations and practice safe driving techniques. 
• Must have an acceptable Texas driving record and be insurable. 
• Filling out the proper paperwork and bills of lading is a requirement for the position. 
• Must maintain accurate logs to include daily work logs and run logs. 
• Maintain equipment in proper working order to include pre-trip safety checks and minor truck repairs. 
• Must know and understand all Carpenter Company rules to include safety regulations, attendance, and personal conduct. 
• Must report all conditions that might affect the safe operation of the tractor and trailer. 
• Must unload finished product at each destination as required. 
• Other duties as assigned by management. 

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic. 

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants who receive and accept a written offer of employment. 

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. To learn more, check us out at