What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Class A (Home Every Night) (Day Shift) position at Palmer-Donavin?
Drivers are responsible for inspecting mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment, securing cargo, and operating tractor trailers to deliver materials safely and efficiently to customers. They follow DOT and company regulations, maintain accurate logbooks, handle loading and unloading using various equipment, and ensure proper documentation and customer interaction at each stop.
Schedule & Home Time
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Monday–Friday only
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5:00 AM – 7:00 AM start time
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Home every night
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No weekends
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspect and maintain mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Check vehicles before driving and secure cargo for safe transport.
- Follow all DOT and company safety procedures during transit and delivery.
- Operate tractor trailers to deliver materials, handling strapping/unstrapping and rag side trailer functions at each stop.
- Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Maintain accurate log books, obtain delivery receipts or signatures, and collect payments as required.
Qualifications
- One to three years of recent commercial motor vehicle driving experience.
- Current and valid Class A CDL required.
Requirements
- Satisfactory criminal history check
- Satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
- Satisfactory result on a pre-employment drug screening
- Satisfactory PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) report
- Acceptable DOT-compliant employment verification(s)
- Acceptable FMCSA Clearinghouse report
- Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate issued within the last 90 days, or ability to renew prior to hire
Benefits:
Our employee owners enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
- Company performance bonuses
- Overtime opportunities and weekly pay
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Up to 112 hours of PTO in the first year
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Employee discounts on a wide range of home building materials
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Parental leave
- Wellness program
- Safety bonus for applicable positions
- Ongoing training and development
- And much more!