CDL Driver

Description

We are Part of the TAL Building Centers Family of Stores

Based in Vancouver, Washington, TAL Building Centers is a family-owned company helping to build better communities. At our building centers located throughout the Pacific Northwest, we create a positive experience for our customers, pros and homeowners alike, by providing guidance for innovative, smart building solutions. Our mission and core values drive everything we do.

Our Mission

We Help Build Better Communities 

Our Core Values

We Are the Guide

We Are Courteous

We Are Ambitious

We Are Accountable

We Are Safe

So, why TAL? Because we're more than just a job – we're an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Embrace your potential, and together, let's build a brighter future. 

Role Statement

To drive delivery truck with the capacity of 3 or more tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations. Deliveries are to be done safely and within the State and Federal guidelines.

Location

This position will be performed onsite at our store. Remote work is not available for this role.

Outcomes for Success

• Load, deliver, and unload materials as a service to customers.
• Prevent damage and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Operate various types of equipment and vehicles in a safe and professional manner.
• Report vehicles and equipment needing service and repair.
• Maintain necessary trip logs, vehicle inspection reports and other required documentation.
• Drive truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, knowledge of the roads in the area and being aware of hazardous conditions.
• Verify load against shipping papers.
• Prepare receipts for load picked up and for returns.
• Assist in keeping the yard clean and orderly. Report any unsafe conditions.
• Assist in building loads, as required.
• Develop an understanding of basic products and commodities.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Benefits are an important part of overall compensation. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive array of quality benefits to support your health, your family, and your way of life.

Our benefits package for our full-time, benefit eligible employees is robust:

• Affordable health and dental insurance via a national network.
• HSA employer contributions.  
• Employer paid vision insurance.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Excellent paid time off, including your birthday!
• 401k options.
• Strong commitment to training, professional development and career advancement.
• Product discounts.
• Tons of other incentives, reward & recognition opportunities, and voluntary benefits!

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to speak and read English.
• Drivers must meet state requirements, including having a valid driver’s license with a CDL endorsement of class A or B with air brake endorsement. 
• Must be qualified to drive truck and trailer, tractor and trailer or crane operator.
• 5 years’ experience preferred.
• Must have a current valid medical certification.
• Must be able to pass a road test.

Physical Demands

• Heavy Work: Lifting or exerting up to 51-100 pounds of force seldom and/or up to 35-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or less than 35 frequently to move objects. Heavy work may involve occasional standing and/or walking. 
• Requires the ability to work alone without risk to oneself and operate equipment without close supervision.
• Seldom-occasional Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequent reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Frequent use hands/fingers to handle or feel (operate, active, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, position)

Wages

Starting wages will be based on years of experience and education.

TAL Building Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.