Truck Driver CDL-A | Home Every Weekend | $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Novo Building Products is seeking experienced CDL-A Regional Drivers to support our regional delivery operations. Drivers in this role operate dedicated tractors, serve established customer routes, and play an important role in ensuring on-time deliveries throughout the region.

What We Offer

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• $29-$34/hour, based on experience
• Home every weekend
• Typically 1-2 overnights per week
• $45 per diem for overnight trips
• Dedicated tractor
• Newer tractors and trailers
• Curtain-side trailers
• No-touch freight
• No lumpers
• No backhauls
• Typical unloading wait times of less than 30 minutes
• Paid breaks, fueling time, and vehicle inspections
• Driver-focused dispatch and support
• Health benefits available after 60 days
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid time off
• 9 paid holidays

Position Summary

• The Truck Driver will be responsible for transporting and delivering products to customers by tractor trailer 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.

Essential Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailer or straight truck to deliver materials and merchandise to customers as directed by the company Logistics Department.
• Performs inspection of tractor and trailer before each start drive and post drive per company and DOT (Department of Transportation) policies and regulations.
• Communicates any discrepancies, product issues or safety issues with Fleet Supervisor
• Keeps required fuel, stop-per-mile, trip sheets and DOT e-logs accurate up-to-date and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
• Adheres to all DOT and Company safety and traffic regulations.
• Scales load before departure of home domicile
• 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, delivery tickets and other company required documents.
• Opens and closes curtains and secures loads by ratcheting down straps on trailers to facilitate loading and unloading multiple times per route.
• May assist in duties within the warehouse, meeting requirements of material handler position.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• CDL Class A
• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
• Ability to read, understand and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Flexibility in scheduling – able to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years preferred commercial driving experience.
• High School Diploma or GED

Travel Requirements

• Travel necessary to ensure customer deliveries are made accurately and on time.
• May require 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.

• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust.
• Ability to pass and maintain an active DOT Physical
• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to get in and out of Tractor independently.
• Ability to use hands to manipulate, handle or feel.
• Reaching above shoulder height
• Reaching with hands and arms
• Operating and moving equipment/driving
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance

About the Company

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to positively impact the people and communities we touch every day.

Why Work with Us?

We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you.

NOVO Building Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at: www.novobp.com/careers

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.

This bonus will be awarded in three lump sum payments if attendance requirements are met; the first $3,000 will be paid 90 days after hire, the second $3,000 will be paid after six months of employment, and the remaining $4,000 will be paid after completion of one year of employment. This signing bonus is taxable, and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld. In the event you leave Novo within 12 months of your date of hire, you will be responsible for reimbursing half of the amount paid at that time to the company.