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Driver - Flatbed/Chips

Freres Engineered Wood
Lyons, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026

 

     Job Title:

        Truck Driver - Flatbed/Chips Driver

 

     Branch:

        Trucking Department

 

     Report To:

        Highway Truck Manager

 

     Schedule:

        (Monday-Friday & Occasional Saturday)                                                           

 

     Status:

        Full-time

 

     Wage Range:

        To start, training wage of $28.55, depending upon experience

 

     Date:

        Open

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

We are an innovative leader in the industry and are seeking to find a high-performing individual to lead in a fast-paced environment.

 

Truck Driver Flatbed Operator reports to the Highway Truck Manager and is responsible for delivering company products and back hauls material to the company location.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

Truck Driver

  • Drive semi-truck.
  • Ensures safe loading, handling and transportation of a variety of cargos.
  • Must have regular attendance and be on time for scheduled start of shift
  • Keep accurate shipping and receiving records and maintain logs and records according to DOT/FMCSA regulations and company policy.
  • Follows verbal and written dispatch and directions.
  • Must show up on time for work schedule.
  • Tie down loads and insure they are secure.
  • Abide by all DOT road & safety requirements  .
  • Daily Maintenance checks on equipment.
  • Maintain all logs accurately, timely and legibly.

 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Responsibilities are not limited to the above mentioned and may include assisting other branches within reasonable and related tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

  • Must be able to throw straps and tarp loads.
  • Lifting of >50lbs.
  • Climbing.
  • Must be able to lift, drag, push and pull heavy objects such as tarps.
  • Kneeling / Squatting.
  • Working in Wet / Hot and Inclement weather.
  • Peak periods where a longer shift is needed.
  • Sitting for a long period of time.
  • Flexible Schedule.
  • Standing, Walking, Sitting, Lifting, Carrying, Balancing, Stooping, Reaching, Handling, Feeling, Communicating, Acuity-Far, Acuity-Near, Depth Perception, and Field of Vision.

This Job Description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them for the position if the work is similar, related or a reasonable requirement of the position. Additional duties may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • Class A CDL with double / triples endorsement.
  • Two (2) years of experience driving similar equipment
  • Clean DMV driving record within the last five (5) years.
  • Able to work under limited supervision.
  • Self-starter / Motivated individual.
  • Safety-minded.

 

 

BENEFITS

 

We offer a highly competitive wage, PTO, health, dental and life insurance, Short-term Disability, Section 125, 401K, Profit Sharing and Holiday Pay.

 

Qualifications:

OUR COMPANY

Freres Engineered Wood, formerly Freres Lumber Co., Inc. was established in 1922 in Lyons, Oregon as a family-owned and operated wood products manufacturing business. Three generations of family management have led the Company’s veneer and plywood manufacturing facilities to excel in the Santiam Canyon and we are committed to operating for another 100 years.

 

We operate six processing plants, including a small log veneer plant, large log veneer plant, veneer drying facility, plywood plant and cogeneration facility. We are dedicated to reinvesting in our modern manufacturing facilities, providing high-quality wood products, and providing family wage jobs within our communities. We specialize in creating the highest quality wood products, from raw log to finished products, including: hog fuel, bark fines, chips, shavings, specialty veneer, grade lumber, high-quality sheathing grade plywood and even electricity.

 

Our passion for continuous improvement aligned with our innovative approach to manufacturing has led us to become the sole producer and developer of a unique, patented wood product, the Mass Plywood Panel. If you have growth mindset and thrive under pressure, you’re probably a great fit for our team!

 

Salary : $29

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