CDL Driver

Job Title: CDL Driver
Job Description
Our Drivers are key employees who deliver our products to customers safely, in full, and on time. As the face of our organization to our customers, our Drivers exemplify our values. Safety is the most important role for our Drivers; nothing comes before safety.
Responsibilities

• Drive large materials through the mountains comfortably.
• Drive local distances to deliver and pick-up goods to and from construction sites.
• Operate forklifts to unload building materials.
• Hand load, unload, stack, and stage products.
• Keep accurate records of activities, cargo deliveries, and hour logging.
• Complete the driver vehicle inspection report and inform management of mechanical issues.
• Keep the truck clean and presentable.
• Report road incidents to management and follow accident procedures.
• Adhere to DOT, state, and local traffic laws.
• Plan routes using GPS systems and arrive on time.
• Deliver superior customer service and inform management of customer concerns.
• Mentor and coach junior level drivers.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CDL Class A driver's license.
• Minimum of 10 years of driving experience.
• Ability to successfully pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Driving record that meets company standards.
• Ability to pass all applicable health benchmarks and provide a medical certificate, unless exempted.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a distraction-free driving style.
• Comprehensive understanding of logistics systems.
• Personable demeanor with a focus on providing excellent customer service.

Why Work Here?
For over 75 years, we have built our name on service and quality you can trust. We are a major supplier of building materials, tools, and hardware for professional contractors. We offer opportunities for growth and a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and more. Our 401K plan includes a 3% company match. We provide PTO benefits, paid holidays, bereavement leave, and an Employee Equity Appreciation Plan, which operates like a profit share.
Work Environment
Drivers will be driving long distances through mountains and different terrains, including snow and rain. They will work outside in temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold. The role requires comfort with both the physical demands of driving and operating heavy equipment, as well as working in various weather conditions.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Black Mountain, North Carolina.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.