Posted 3w ago

Delivery Driver

@ Summertown Metals
Hopkinsville, Kentucky, United States
$19-$21/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Planning routes, Loading goods, Delivering materials
Requirements Summary:CDL or non-CDL with good driving record; two years relevant experience; able to lift 80 lbs; high school diploma; good communication; DOT compliance.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Forklift
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Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and safety-minded CDL non-CDL drivers to haul materials and make deliveries!


Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville, formerly Legacy Metals, is a rapidly growing, family owned business located in Hopkinsville, KY and is a leading provider of pole barns, barndominium and houses. We operate a full-service lumber yard and manufacture metal siding and trim. We've experienced rapid growth by maintaining an amazing team and great customer service where we have consistently been voted "Best in Class" by our customers. 


In addition to career growth opportunities and an engaging work environment, Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville offers these generous benefits:

  • Employer Sponsored Health Insurance
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Up to 3% Match on Simple IRA
  • Clothing Allowance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays


Position Summary
The delivery driver is responsible for the successful transportation and delivery of materials and goods to designated destinations. The driver is responsible for executing deliveries in the most efficient, safest, and professional way possible. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
  • Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers. 
  • Obeying and following applicable traffic laws, including use of seat belts and driving the speed limit 
  • Securing loads and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle. 
  • Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations. 
  • Ensuring any mechanical issues are communicated to maintenance. 
  • Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules. 
  • Complying with truck driving rules and regulations. 
  • Reporting defects, accidents, and violations. 
  • Loading and unloading orders at the correct delivery sites. 
  • Interacting with customers in a professional manner. 
  • Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports. 
  • Maintain proper documentation for all deliveries. 
  • Verifying loads for accuracy. 
  • Follow all safety and PPE requirements during unloading stage of delivery. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

  • High school diploma 
  • Valid Class A or B CDL required, Class A preferred, for CDL drivers
  • Good driving record required for non-CDL drivers 
  • Two-year relevant experience preferred 
  • Two-year clean driving record 
  • Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles (Forklift, Moffit, etc) 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Meet compliance with third party DOT safety and compliance vendors 
  • Capable of lifting 80 lbs repetitively 


Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville offers competitive wages contingent upon experience and skills. Starting rate for this role is $19.00 for non-CDL and $21.00 for CDL drivers


The anticipated schedule is Monday - Friday from 7 am to 5 pm with other hours as required by the demands of the position.