CDL Local Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co is currently seeking a Class A CDL Driver - Local/Hourly to join our Lakeland, FL manufacturing location. The successful candidate will be expected to safely and efficiently deliver finished products to customers at various locations.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operational excellence. As an Hourly CDL Driver, you are expected to communicate on a daily basis with multiple levels of Company personnel and most importantly with external customers. A Class A CDL Driver performs work in the setting of a Company truck with exposure to weather conditions and various customer locations. Major challenges involve on time delivery of products to customers while complying with various state and Federal laws and regulations, such as DOT regulations, etc.

Your additional responsibilities as an Hourly CDL Driver will include :

• Receive and understand instructions from Dispatcher, Traffic Manager, and external customers.
• Maintain a positive relationship with all customers.
• Ability to communicate and relay information to others.
• Possess and maintain a clean MVR within Company's guidelines.
• Properly follow administrative procedures regarding billing and manifest paperwork.
• Transport and deliver materials and services per customer requirements.
• Know, understand, and strictly adhere to all State and Federal DOT rules and regulations governing the operation of tractor trailers and transportation of Company products and materials.
• Report conditions that may affect the operations of the trucks and trailers.
• Maintain accurate DOT Logs.
• Deliver product as scheduled.
• In compliance with DOT, both Federal and State, and adhering to all rules and regulations thereof.
• Assist in loading and unloading.
• Lifting more than 75 lbs.
• Required to perform checks to equipment and/or vehicle used at start, during, and end of use.
• Fueling and checking of equipment's fluid levels required of unit, or units used.
• Note any errors or customer concerns to Company management as soon as practical.
• Must maintain highest respect of the customer and meeting their needs.

Skills/ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have and maintain a valid CDL driver's license
• Working knowledge of all DOT Regulations
• Previous employment checks must be acceptable
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and call-in with little notice
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

No phone calls or agencies, please.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service. Our Lakeland EPS Branch employees average over 10 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at