What are the responsibilities and job description for the Delivery Driver - CDL position at STAR LUMBER & SUPPLY CO INC?
Description
Position Summary
Star Lumber is seeking a safety-focused and customer-oriented CDL Class A and/or Class B Delivery Driver to transport and deliver building materials, including lumber, windows, doors, roofing products, trusses, wall panels, and other construction supplies to customer jobsites and company locations. Drivers serve as ambassadors of Star Lumber by providing timely, professional, and damage-free deliveries while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely operate Class A tractor-trailers, truck-mounted forklifts, curtain-side trailers, flatbeds and Class B straight trucks as assigned
- Deliver building materials to residential and commercial construction sites
- Verify loads for accuracy before departure and confirm deliveries with customers
- Secure cargo using proper load securement techniques and DOT requirements
- Conduct pre-trip, enroute, and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation
- Maintain electronic logs, inspection reports, fuel records, and delivery paperwork
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, yard personnel, customers, and sales teams
- Assist with loading and unloading materials when required
- Inspect delivered products for damage and report shortages or discrepancies
- Operate equipment safely around jobsites, customers, and company facilities
- Follow all company safety policies, DOT regulations, and Hours-of-Service requirements
- Maintain a clean and professional appearance of assigned equipment
- Participate in safety meetings and ongoing driver training programs
- Perform shuttle, transfer, and backhaul assignments between Star Lumber locations as needed
Requirements
- Valid CDL Class A or Class B license
- Current DOT Medical Certificate
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices
- Strong customer service and communication skills
Preferred
- Experience delivering building materials
- Forklift certification
- Experience operating truck-mounted forklifts (Moffett), or flatbed equipment
- Knowledge of construction materials and jobsite safety requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds regularly
- Ability to climb on trailers and equipment safely
- Ability to secure loads using straps, chains
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Safe operation of commercial motor vehicles
- Understanding of load securement and cargo protection
- Ability to read delivery documents and route information
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Professional interaction with customers and coworkers
- Effective time management and route planning skills
Working Conditions
- Daily travel throughout assigned service areas
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction sites, and warehouse environments
- Early morning start times with occasional overtime and weekend work as business demands require
Performance Expectations
Success in this position is measured by:
- Safe driving performance and accident prevention
- On-time delivery percentage
- Customer satisfaction
- Equipment care and maintenance
- Delivery accuracy
- Compliance with DOT and Star Lumber safety standards