CDL Driver

Primary Objective of the CDL Driver

• Perform daily checklists on vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, report vehicle defects or damage to the vehicles. 


• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations 


• Obtain receipts or signatures when loads are delivered and collect payment for services when required. 


• Check all load-related documentation (including bills of lading) to ensure that it is complete and accurate. 


• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned. Operate hydraulic lift gates safely. 


• Secure cargo for transport, using wedges and straps. Ensure safety when inspecting. 


• Drive trucks to weigh stations along routes, to comply with state regulations. 


• Use cellphones to exchange information with supervisors or other drivers. Ensure hands free communication while operating vehicle. 


• Perform basic vehicle maintenance including adding oil, fuel, and radiator fluid, or performing minor repairs. 


• Load and unload trucks with a moffitt, help others with loading and unloading, operating any powered equipment on vehicles and using other equipment as necessary. 


• Perform Lumber returns from Jobsites back to location. 


• May be required to manually carry loads inside residences. 


• Responsible for following all safety rules and policies as outlined by the DOT and communicated by Bliffert Lumber.management. 


• Responsible for following all general housekeeping practices as communicated by manager.

Primary Responsibilities of the CDL Driver

• Practice and perform excellent service for all customers. 


• Protects company values by keeping financial information and plans confidential. 


• Report Injuries to manager immediately. 


• Drive safely and responsibly, immediately report any accidents or traffic violations. 


• Additional job responsibilities to be determined by Manager. 


• Sorting, stocking, and moving lumber and building materials in all types of weather and terrain. 


• Fill orders. 


• Loading supplies for customers 


• Operate power tools, saws, and chainsaws. 


• Read special orders from salespeople. 


• Read instructions from supervisors or salespeople in handling customer requests and safety procedures in the workplace. 

Requirements of the CDL Driver

• Read carefully the products labels, warnings, and directions posted in the products and warehouse. 


• Complete inventory sheets. 


• Read invoices and orders. 


• Read and follow work schedules. 


• Enter number entries in loading sheets. 


• Look in the charts for the weights of forklifts that can carry and lift.


• Must have FedMed Card.


• Must have a valid CDL

Company Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays


• 401K -Employer match


• $15,0000 Company paid Life Insurance Policy


• Short-term disability


• Annual bonus and Annual increase


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Medical and Prescription drug insurance


• Dental and vision insurance


• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Children)


• Long-term disability insurance