CDL A Truck Driver

Ultra-Poly is seeking talented individuals to join our Trucking team in Portland, PA. We are hiring full-time CDL A Truck Drivers to deliver finished goods to our customers. We have our own fleet of tractors, trailers, and tankers that allow us to handle our customers' and suppliers' logistics reliably and efficiently.

We offer a starting hourly range of $28.00 to $32.00 depending on experience. Ultra-Poly is one of North America's largest and most efficient plastic recyclers. We are a family-owned and operated manufacturer located along the scenic Delaware Water Gap. Portland is conveniently located along the Delaware Water Gap and within 30 minutes of Stroudsburg, Easton, Brodheadsville, Mt. Pocono, and Hackettstown, NJ.

Ultra-Poly Offers

• Overtime paid after 8 hours/40 hours
• Monday - Friday work week
• Monthly phone stipend
• Per diem for overnights
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage on the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Annual performance reviews
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Pay with direct deposit
• 100% company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• 401k after 1 year with a generous company match
• Quarterly attendance bonuses
• Employee referral bonuses
• Safety bonuses

Responsibilities

• Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck to prevent damage/injury
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries
• Assist in mapping driving routes
• Ensure timely transport and delivery
• Communicate with dispatch as needed
• Confirm that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
• Maintain and schedule service as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Notify the manager of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
• Follow the delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• No-touch freight
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Track and report working hours
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
• Comply with DOT regulations
• Make safety a priority at all times
• 2 to 3 overnights a week with per diem
• Passport a plus

CDL A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications

• A valid commercial driver's license (CDL A) required
• 3+ years of proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass a background check, physical, and drug test
• Has or is willing to obtain a passport for runs to Toronto Canada
• Skilled at driving and parking manual tractors and large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
• Proficient in using GPS and other routing systems
• Map reading and route planning experience
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management