Commercial Truck Driver

Job Title: Commercial Truck Driver

Pay & FSLA Status: $24 - $26/hour , D.O.E.; Hourly non-exempt

Regular Weekly Hours: Full-time/40-50 hours per week (overtime as needed)

Paid Time Off (PTO): 80 hours first year, 120 hours following year one

Paid Sick Time: 40 hours per year

Management Position: No

Branch Location: Sacramento, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Commercial Truck Drivers are responsible for safely operating a tractor and trailer, curtain van, or flatbed to deliver building products to local customers, adhering to company policies, as well as DOT and other state and federal laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines. Our Drivers are home most weeknights with WEEKENDS OFF . This is a labor-intensive position that requires heavy lifting. Individuals are regularly sitting throughout the day. Safety is a priority.

OrePac Building Products seeks dynamic individuals who exemplify excellence in quality, trust, value, and service. Our ideal candidate for this position is reliable, practices safe driving, and has excellent customer service skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Competitive compensation, D.O.E. + opportunities for monthly safe driving bonus of up to $400 based on employee performance + opportunities for quarterly/annual performance bonuses based on branch/company/employee performance + annual reviews with opportunities for pay increases based on employee performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance up to 70% paid by OrePac.
• FREE Informed Health Line and Health Advocates.
• Health Spending Account (HSA) available with up to $1,000 annual OrePac contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
• FREE Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• FREE life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance available.
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness plans available.
• 401K with up to 3% OrePac contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO) as specified above.
• Paid sick time as specified above.
• 7 paid holidays annually.
• FREE gym membership.
• Employee discount.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive a tractor and trailer, curtain van, or flatbed to deliver building products to customers throughout the local area. Safely operate vehicle in accordance with company policies, as well as DOT and other state and federal laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines.
Follow pre-planned routes and schedules to meet delivery deadlines while optimizing fuel efficiency.Some routes may require a combination of commercial vehicle sizes, including doubles and pups.Loads will be fully loaded by warehouse personnel prior to departure.

• Tie down cargo safely and correctly for transportation.
• Make multiple customer stops and occasionally assist and observe customers in unloading items by hand or with a forklift. Ensure that cargo is unloaded safely and securely, including ensuring proper weight distribution and securing with appropriate methods, and ensuring that no product damage occurs to customer orders as well as next stop/future customer deliveries.

Interact with customers in a professional manner at delivery points, ensuring proper delivery procedures.

• Perform thorough routine pre- and post-trip DOT inspections on the vehicle. Perform routine basic maintenance tasks to ensure vehicle readiness, including but not limited to, checking fluid levels, lights, safety equipment, and tire pressure. Communicate and collaborate with dispatch management to promptly report any maintenance issues or safety needs and ensure proper vehicle maintenance per DOT guidelines.

• Regularly communicate with dispatch management for updates to delivery status, delays, or issues, and to receive instructions. Promptly report any traffic violations, road accidents, and vehicle breakdowns to management.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, including driver logs, mileage, delivery receipts/logs, inspection reports, customer signatures, and other relevant documentation.
• Some routes may require driving in snow, and chaining up, depending on the time of year and weather.
• Some routes may require overnight runs during the week; company paid meals and lodging will be provided for overnight runs.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle. Engage in safe work practices and adhere to OrePacs established safety program and policies at all times.
• Forklift duties may be assigned to this position. Any assigned forklift duties will first require taking and passing a forklift training course and obtaining a certificate. Forklift duties will include staging and/or stacking material neatly and safely, operating the forklift in a safe manner, filling the forklift with propane fuel, and regularly checking the forklift fluid levels.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations, and as required by FMCSA regulation 49 CFR 391.11.
• Ability to adhere to all facets of safety policies and procedures, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated by OrePacs safety program. Ability to perform all essential responsibilities of the job in a safe manner.
• Professional demeanor in representing the organization, and generally be friendly and confident.
• Effective communication skills to interact with dispatch team and customers.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow schedules.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and safety.
• Sound knowledge of road safety regulations.
• Ability to use road maps, GPS devices, and ELD systems.
• Ability to accept responsibility for your own safety, as well as the safety of others.
• Familiarity with navigation tools and route planning.
• Ability to conduct interstate commerce.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with current medical certificate and insurable driving record.
• At least 1 year of safe commercial driving experience (preferred).
• Double/triple trailer endorsement or the ability to obtain endorsement within the first month of employment (required only in states that permit pulling of double or triple trailers).
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be considered in place of the education and/or experience requirements listed for this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to see, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Regularly reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly lift/move/manipulate up to 60 pounds and team lift/move/manipulate up to 100 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit for prolonged periods.
• Regularly steer, reach, and handle various materials or equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While driving, this position operates in a vehicle cabin where the noise level is generally quiet.
• This position frequently travels to customer locations, including lumber yards, job sites, and retail and warehouse environments where the noise level can be moderate/loud.
• The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.

DRESS CODE:

• All employees are expected to wear clothing appropriate for the nature of OrePac business and the type of work being performed. Clothing should be neat, clean, and tasteful.
• The employee is required to wear a company shirt while performing the duties of this position. OrePac will provide company shirts to the employee upon hire.
• The employee is required to wear pants or shorts with no holes or patches while performing the duties of this position.

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report all incidents and accidents to ones immediate supervisor immediately or within 24 hours.
• Maintain the work area in a safe and healthful condition.
• Report, and whenever possible correct, unsafe working conditions to branch leadership.
• Operate vehicles while in the course of employment in a safe and lawful manner.
• Provide assistance to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.
• Comply with company drug testing policies and procedures.
• Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies. OrePac will provide required PPE to employees.

OREPAC HISTORY & CULTURE:

Founded by the Hart family in 1977, OrePac is a family-owned and operated wholesale building materials supplier providing product, sales, and technology solutions to the shelter industry.

At OrePac we value trust, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. That commitment can be found in the services we offer, the quality of the products we provide, and the way we treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the shelter industry and the communities we serve.

Our vision is to create trusted partnerships by providing quality products and maintaining strong relationships through unmatched service, operations, and logistics. Our mission: Make Complicated Simple.

LEGAL STATEMENTS:

OrePac provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OrePac complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Regularly scheduled workdays, hours, and shifts are described above. Shift availability may vary. Hours may need to be extended or adjusted at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The required skills, education, experience, and physical demands listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

OrePac supports a safe and drug-free workplace. OrePac may administer a pre-employment background check and/or drug-screen, as well as random and/or reasonable suspicion drug-screens during employment.

Employees are required to perform safety duties and responsibilities in accordance with acceptable and safe work procedures. OrePacs safety policy requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated safety-sensitive areas while on OrePac property. OrePac employees who handle or deliver OrePac products while not on OrePac property are required to adhere to OrePacs safety policy and use the required PPE necessary for their specific role.

The dress code described above is representative of what an employee must wear while performing the duties of this position. Individual branches may issue more specific guidelines than what is outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with religious beliefs, observances, or practices related to the dress code.

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Compensation details: 24-26 Hourly Wage

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