Driver - Ball Ground, GA

Position Summary

The Driver will be responsible for transporting and delivering products to customers on a non-CDL straight truck in a safe and timely manner while representing the company with courtesy and professionalism. The driver is responsible for ensuring loads are secure and has proper weight distribution throughout the route.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:40am-4pm
Pay: $22-$27/hour depending on experience

Essential Responsibilities

• Drives a non-CDL straight truck to deliver materials and merchandise to customers as directed by the company Logistics Department.
• Performs inspection of non-CDL straight truck before each start and post drive per company and DOT (Department of Transportation) policies and regulations.
• Communicates any discrepancies, product issues or safety issues with Warehouse Manager.
• Keeps required fuel, stop-per-mile, and DOT e-logs accurate up-to-date and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
• Adheres to all DOT and Company safety and traffic regulations.
• Supervises the unloading of materials at their destination and maintains all delivery/pick-up related paperwork; noting and reporting any discrepancies on Bills of Lading, pick tickets and other company required documents.
• Forklift sit-down and stand-up certified.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Must have a valid non-CDL Driver’s License.
• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills.
• Ability to accurately use a tablet based ELD.
• Ability to read, understand and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Flexibility in scheduling – able to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience making deliveries with a non-CDL straight truck.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Current DOT physical card and ability to pass a company road test.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Travel Requirements

• Travel is necessary to ensure customer deliveries are made accurately and on time.
• No intended overnight travel.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to operate a 24-26’ non-CDL straight truck.
• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust.
• Ability to pass and maintain an active DOT Physical.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to get in and out of truck independently.
• Lift, push or pull up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Climb ladders (up to 15”).