Truck Driver / CDL-A / Home Nightly / Local Travel - Kent, WA

Job ID:  103526

Central Premix is a division of the Oldcastle Architectural Products Group (APG). APG is North America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of concrete masonry, dry mix, and hardscape products. With over $2B in sales, APG operates across 40 states and 5 Canadian provinces through a network of over 165 operating locations and more than 5,000 employees.

Summary

This position is responsible for the delivery of products sold to customers. In some instances, the drivers may be required to make pick-ups as needed. Current CDL Class A with doubles and tanker endorsement and clean MVR are required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport bagged concrete products, block, mortar and any/all other materials to customer location and/or job site in a safe manner
• Make assigned deliveries in a safe and timely manner
• Assist and supervise loading of truck to ensure proper product order is filled and weight distribution is correct
• Be able to tarp loads as required due to weather
• Receive from dispatcher invoice for materials, directions to store or job site and special instructions if any and follow them with accurate detail
• Maintain complete and accurate records such as driver's daily log truck log, fuel tickets, delivery documentation and any other required documents according to company, state and Federal regulations
• Maintain good customer relations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and report immediately any concerns or problems
• Obtain shipping bills and necessary signatures and return completed paperwork to the shipping department
• Operate tractor-trailer/equipment according to company, state and Federal laws and observe all safety regulations established by the company and the Department of Motor Vehicles
• Provide and document proper routine maintenance of assigned truck and trailer and any other loading/unloading equipment
• Survey customer facility and/or job site to determine the best area available to unload cargo in the safest manner possible
• Inspect truck and trailer, equipment and supplies such as tires, brakes, fuel, oil and water
• Develop very good knowledge of product inventory, sizes, shapes, types, colors and pallet packages
• Monitor and immediately report problems with assigned equipment operation, product quality, customer satisfaction/dissatisfaction and traffic concerns
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

Requirements / Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL Class A with Doubles/Triples and tanker endorsement required
• Must be able to operate a diesel powered delivery tractor/trailer combination safely and efficiently
• Prior forklift experience is a must 
• Must have a clean MVR within the last 5 years
• Detail orientated with great time management skills
• Must have good communications skills to interact among fellow employees and customers
• Good knowledge of the product for quality assurance to make sure customer is getting what they ordered
• Great knowledge of the I-5 corridor and all surrounding areas within 150 radius of Kent, WA
• At least 5 years of verifable flatbed experience (doubles experience is a plus)
• At least 3 years of verifiable tanker experience (pneumatic dry product tanker experience)
• Must have experience driving in mountains and snow and ability to throw chains as required by weather and authorities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs occasionally
• DOT Physical is required
• Employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, lift, strap, tarp and remove tarp and load their own equipment operating a forklift
• Will be exposed to all elements of the weather from sun and heat to snow and cold and rain and wind and dust and dirt as presented by the weather
• Properly secure flatbed load as required by DOT for flatbed equipment and movement of product

What Oldcastle Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About Oldcastle

Oldcastle has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the Oldcastle family. Oldcastle operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Oldcastle is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the Oldcastle family!

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Central Premix is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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