Seasonal Driver CDL-A

Job Description

Job Description

Seasonal Part-Time CDL Class A Driver

Gleason Salt & Supply | November–March

Position Overview

Gleason Salt & Supply, a small family-owned distributor of salt and industrial supplies, is seeking a dependable CDL Class A driver for seasonal, part-time work from November through March. This position primarily involves hauling salt and industrial supplies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial trucks and tractor-trailers to pick up and deliver salt and industrial supplies.
• Inspect vehicles before and after trips, promptly reporting maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Verify loads, secure cargo, and assist with loading and unloading as needed.
• Complete delivery paperwork, obtain customer signatures, and maintain accurate driving and inspection records.
• Communicate with the team regarding delivery schedules, road conditions, delays, and customer needs.
• Use sound judgment when operating in snow, ice, and other winter conditions.
• Follow applicable transportation regulations, company procedures, and customer site requirements.
• Transport hazardous materials only when properly endorsed, trained, and authorized for the assigned shipment.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and orderly.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A appropriate for the equipment operated.
• Current medical qualification for commercial driving.
• Driving record acceptable to the company and its insurance provider.
• Ability to meet applicable driver qualification and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Ability to safely maneuver commercial vehicles at customer locations, loading areas, and delivery sites.
• Dependability, clear communication, and a professional approach to customer service.
• Ability to perform essential duties, including entering and exiting the truck, inspecting equipment, securing loads, and assisting with material handling, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience hauling salt, industrial supplies, or similar freight.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles in winter weather.
• Hazardous materials endorsement; required for assignments that call for it.
• Experience using material-handling equipment.

Schedule and Compensation

• Seasonal employment from November through March.
• Part-time hours based on delivery volume and business needs.
• Specific availability and scheduling expectations discussed during hiring.

Gleason Salt & Supply is a family owned business based in Central New York serving the area and beyond for generations. Our small team works together across different responsibilities to ensure that our customers are satisfied. We are flexible and responsive to the needs and demands that come with each season and changing markets.

Company Description

Gleason Salt & Supply is a family owned business based in Central New York serving the area and beyond for generations. Our small team works together across different responsibilities to ensure that our customers are satisfied. We are flexible and responsive to the needs and demands that come with each season and changing markets.