Cdl Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: CDL Driver Job Description

The CDL Driver is responsible for transporting finished goods, raw materials, tooling, and other products to customers and vendors throughout Minnesota. This role is ideal for a professional driver who enjoys being on the road while still returning home every evening. You will play a key part in ensuring timely, accurate deliveries and supporting warehouse operations as needed, all while maintaining a strong focus on safety and customer service.

• Safely operate a company semi-truck and trailer to pick up and deliver customer orders, raw materials, tooling, and production supplies throughout Minnesota.
• Load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment as required.
• Secure loads in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards to ensure safe transport.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete all required inspection reports accurately.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork, including bills of lading and shipping documentation.
• Communicate regularly with the Shipping Department regarding delivery schedules, route updates, and any delays.
• Interact professionally with customers, suppliers, and vendors, consistently representing the company in a positive manner.
• Report vehicle maintenance concerns promptly to ensure equipment remains in safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean, organized truck and trailer, both inside and out.
• Follow all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT, and company safety regulations at all times.
• Assist with warehouse or shipping duties when deliveries are completed, including general production support and material handling as needed.

• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements, if required.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Medical Card).
• Clean driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
• Previous commercial driving experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with shipping staff and customers.
• Strong customer service skills when interacting with customers, suppliers, and vendors.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-oriented work habits.
• Ability to frequently lift, move, or carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb into and out of the tractor and trailer multiple times throughout the day.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and secure loads safely.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while driving.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Experience working in a warehouse, shipping, or general production environment is beneficial.
• Comfort working with modern trucking and material handling equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing delivery schedules and route updates.
• Strong attention to detail when completing inspection reports and shipping documentation.
• Commitment to following FMCSA, DOT, and company safety policies consistently.

You will join a stable, growing manufacturing organization with a long-standing history and a family-oriented culture. The company offers a competitive hourly wage, a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off, and the benefit of being home every night. Employees enjoy overtime opportunities, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). The team values growth and provides opportunities for advancement as the organization continues to expand. You will work with modern equipment in a safety-first environment that supports long-term career development and work-life balance.

This role is based in a production and manufacturing environment that includes both driving and warehouse settings. You will work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions while operating a semi-truck, trailer, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment. The company maintains modern equipment and emphasizes a safety-first culture. Steel-toed shoes and safety glasses are required as part of the dress code to ensure a safe working environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday with weekends off, and you will be home every night after your route.

This is a Permanent position based out of MANKATO, MN.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

•Competitive hourly wage•Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off•Home every night•Overtime opportunities•Health, dental, and vision insurance•401(k) with company match•Paid holidays•Paid time off (PTO)•Stable employment with a growing manufacturing company founded in 1908•Modern equipment and a safety-first work environment

This is a fully onsite position in MANKATO,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.