Job Description
Join our operations team where you will be influential in shaping our business strategy and ensuring we have the most effective operations. Be your own boss by creating your own career path and pushing your professional limits.
General Summary
UFP Industries is a Fortune 500 leader with operating subsidiaries worldwide. We are known for being true to our word and for rewarding successful employees. UFP is a multi-segmented leader in the industry with growing opportunity.
UFP Transportation is hiring a full-time, motivated, and dependable Class A CDL driver with a clean driver record for our Granger, IN location. You will play a key role in keeping UFP's commitment to exceed customer expectations delivering cargo safely and efficiently.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Drive local routes that have you home after every shift
Operate commercial vehicles up to 80,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight.
Complete required driving log on highly developed ELD system
Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections on all equipment
Secure loads and/or inspect loads to ensure proper securement
Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT, and Company rules and regulations
Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer's signature on paperwork upon delivery
Completes training as required by management
Benefits:
New modern equipment
Competitive pay commensurate with experience and geographical location
Potential bonus pay
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K
Paid vacations and holidays
Driver Referral bonus
Bonus program
Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age
Must have valid and current Commercial Driver's License
Minimum 12th grade basic education completed
Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle up to 26,000 lbs
Must not have any DOT recordable accidents in the past three years
Must be able to pass a physical examination (DOT required). Position includes lifting (up to 25 lbs), pushing/pulling, twisting, standing, walking, bending at the waist, handling of material.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
