What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Driver position at US LBM?
PA Building Supply brings together three trusted names—John H. Myers, Shelly’s, and Musselman—combining over a century of service with expanded capabilities. John H. Myers (est. 1916), Shelly’s (est. 1923), and Musselman (est. 1911) joined US LBM between 2011–2013, and together they serve a wide range of customers, from custom contractors, repair and remodel to production builders.
A Brief Overview
The CDL Driver I is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of materials to various job sites and other locations. This role requires maintaining a Class A or B Driver's license, inspecting and maintaining trucks, reporting shortages and claims to supervisors, and assisting in loading and storing of materials. Drivers must perform pre- and post-trip inspections, manage logs, and adhere to hours-of-service requirements.
Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour
What You Will Do
A Brief Overview
The CDL Driver I is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of materials to various job sites and other locations. This role requires maintaining a Class A or B Driver's license, inspecting and maintaining trucks, reporting shortages and claims to supervisors, and assisting in loading and storing of materials. Drivers must perform pre- and post-trip inspections, manage logs, and adhere to hours-of-service requirements.
Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour
What You Will Do
- Operates Class A or B commercial vehicles in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.
- Responsible for deliveries to both active construction sites and completed build locations; city-based deliveries and inter-state travel may be required.
- Performs thorough pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with federal regulations.
- Provides exceptional customer service by maintaining a professional demeanor, addressing client needs, representing the company positively during all interactions, and relaying messages received from customers while on job sites.
- Organizes and secures loads to ensure safe transport and verifies orders for accuracy before departure and upon delivery.
- Adheres to all regulations and safety guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and complies with all regulations and conditions outlined in applicable permits.
- Prepares and maintains accurate DOT-compliant logs of driving hours, on-duty time, and rest periods in accordance with federal regulations.
- Delivers and unloads materials accurately and safely, ensuring customer satisfaction at the point of delivery.
- Records all merchandise returned by truck and assists in unloading materials returned for credit, ensuring proper documentation and handling.
- Safely and efficiently operates a truck-mounted forklift to load, unload, and transport materials at job sites.
- Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the truck, ensuring it is well-kept and ready for operation.
- Assist with stocking and organizing inventory in the warehouse and production areas.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Adheres to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Basic CDL experience with flat beds and/or tractor trailers required.
- 1-2 years CDL experience preferred.
- Experience transporting and handling lumber and building materials required.
- Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions and complete forms.
- Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
- Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
- Maintain current operator’s license and meet company driver qualification requirements.
- Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
- Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, GPS and other necessary business applications).
- Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, dispatchers, and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries.
- Knowledge and understanding of federal DOT regulations, logbook requirements, and HOS compliance.
- Class A CDL License or Class B CDL License required.
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Salary : $24