NON CDL - Local

UFP Industries · Chicopee

Job Summary

Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of vehicles less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to deliver goods to customers and operations, and to pick up material from vendors and other operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Safely drives on the road delivering products in various weather conditions
Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspection sheets
Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions – checks oil and fuel prior to leaving the yard
Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure has been properly secured
Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT and Company rules
Conducts preventive maintenance to truck and ensures truck is clean
Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
Maintains radio/telephone and EOB Electronic On-Board System contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to new locations
Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer’s signature on paperwork upon delivery
Completes paperwork as required
May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required
Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
Completes training as required by management
Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings
Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age
Minimum 12th grade basic education completed
Minimum 1 year of experience driving a vehicle of less than 26,001 lbs Preferable 3 to 5 years of experience driving a commercial vehicle
Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions
Required to have a valid Class D Driver’s License
Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process

Hourly: $24-$26 per hour

Bonus/Incentive Pay

For hourly positions with incentive pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

Medical insurance
Health savings account with company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Stock purchase program with employee discount
Educational reimbursement
Wellness programs and challenges
Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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