Posted 2mo ago

Local Delivery Driver/Yard Personnel

@ Big C Lumber
Elkhart, Indiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Loading materials, Delivering materials, Inspecting vehicle
Requirements Summary:Delivery driver with chauffeur/for-hire license; able to lift 80 lbs; load/deliver materials; operate forklift after training; DOT safety compliance.
Technical Tools Mentioned:GPS, Forklift, Computer, Safety equipment
Save
Mark Applied
Hide Job
Report & Hide
Job Description

Considering a career with Big C Lumber? Are you looking for a company that cares about you and your family, the community, and the environment - and likes to have some fun too? Discover more about the Big C Lumber culture here.

Big C Lumber is a local, family-owned company looking for people who want to be a part of our family. We are a stable 105-year-old company! 

Why choose Big C Lumber? Discover the many perks and benefits you and your family will enjoy when you join our team: 

  • 401k with 100% match options
  • Health care and dental plan
  • Company paid life and disability insurance plans
  • Paid holidays
  • Competitive pay
  • Promote from within policy
  • A generous employee discount on our products
  • Company cell phone provided for most positions
  • Fitbit health initiative
  • Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
  • Employee referral program
  • Very liberal paid time off policy - including flexible holiday hours often resulting in long weekends over some holiday seasons
  • Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
  • Career Development Program
  • New position training program - no experience necessary
  • A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
  • A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve
  • Smart Dollar Financial Assistance Program 

Big C Lumber in Elkhart, IN is seeking a Delivery Truck Driver/Yard Person. This is a full time, day shift position with benefits. Chauffeur/For-Hire License is required, or the ability to obtain For-Hire license.

Delivery Driver/Yard Person essential functions include:

  • #1 priority is to ensure customer satisfaction while never compromising safety
  • Provide assistance to customers
  • Receive and prepare material for shipment 
  • Load, secure, and deliver material
  • Daily inspections of delivery vehicles per DOT requirements
  • Report all returns to the office
  • Maintain all required paperwork
  • Handling COD’s
  • Check loads for accuracy
  • Maintain safe driving record as defined by the company’s insurance carrier
  • Assist with ensuring yard is kept clean always
  • Unload vehicles and check for material accuracy
  • Place material in proper yard location
  • Assist other employees as needed
  • Put returns away
  • Check vehicles for any problems; including daily forklift inspections
  • Proper arrangement of material on trucks
  • Proper storage of inventory 
  • Communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively with employees, management, customers, and suppliers
  • Perform any special assignment/projects as required by the Operations Manager
  • Adherence to all safety and fire regulations and anti-theft procedures
  • Promote a positive image of BIG C

Requirements:

  • Minimum Chauffeur/For-Hire License with the ability to train to obtain a For-Hire license
  • Ability to build and arrange loads properly
  • Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 80lbs
  • Post offer drug test, lift test, and DOT physical required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Map reading and/or GPS skills
  • Ability to become Forklift Certified
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to withstand and drive in harsh weather conditions
  • Build and arrange loads properly
  • Ability to lift, carry, and move 80# to specified areas, in rough terrain, up/down steps
  • Ability to adapt to in-house software
    Equipment Used
    • Multi-line phone
    • Fax /copier/printer
    • Calculator
    • Computer
    • Safety equipment
    • Forklift
    • Saws, pallet jacks, hand tools
    • Tarps, wraps, banding equipment