Overview
CDL Class A Driver Jobs in Decatur, AL at Greenfiber
CDL Driver/Transport Driver
The Transport Driver will be responsible for transporting goods and materials safely and efficiently, ensuring timely delivery/pick-up and ensure compliance with all DOT regulations and company policies. As a key representative of Greenfiber on the road, the driver will uphold our commitment to safe driving and customer satisfaction.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws
- Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations
- Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals
- Assists with loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area
- Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete
- Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to the Plant Manager or Transportation & Fleet Coordinator
- Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns
- Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment to include ELD (electronic login device) equipment and software
- Communicate effectively and professionaly with dispatchers, shippers, and customers
- Report any incidents, accidents, or vehicle defects promptly
- Shuttles trailers between plant and off-site warehouses
- Perform other related duties that may be assigned or associated with the responsibility of the position.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points
- Ability to remain focused in a busy environment
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Must have the ability to operate a manual pallet jack to move material within a trailer
Education and Experience:
- Must hold required and valid Class A CDL appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated
- Must hold a required and valid Class A CDL license without an E restriction.
- Must be able to drive a manual truck.
- Must pass regular background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations
- Clean driving record with a minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience preferred
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards
- Forklift certification is preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to drive prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab
- Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds at a time
- Must be able to travel frequently which may involve occasional overnight travel
- Capable of climbing in/out of trucks and trailers safely 
- Able to regularly pass a DOT physical, initial drug screen, and random testing while employed
- Must be available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required to meet operational demands.
- Able to regularly pass a DOT physical, initial drug screen, and random testing while employed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 – $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: CDL Class A Driver
Company: Greenfiber
Location: Decatur, AL
