CDL -A Local Driver

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 an Hourly, Local CDL Driver to join our Lakeland, FL Manufacturing Plant. 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 will be expected to communicate politely and professionally with Company personnel, and most importantly with external customers. Class A CDL Drivers perform their work using a Company truck, face exposure to weather conditions, and visit various customer locations. Challenges may include on-time delivery of products to customers while complying with various state and Federal laws and regulations, such as DOT regulations, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Receive and understand instructions from Dispatcher, Traffic Supervisor, and external customers.
• Maintain positive relationships with all customers.
• Ability to effectively 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 maintain compliance 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.
• Assist in loading and unloading.
• Perform required 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.

Skills and Requirements:

• Must have a Class A CDL including Manual Transmission Endorsement.
• Must have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Must adhere to all DOT Regulations and practice safe driving techniques.
• Must maintain accurate paperwork and electronic DOT logs.
• Must unload finished product at each destination as required.
• Must be able to lift carpet cushion rolls weighing 50 to 90 lbs. each.
• Must follow all Carpenter Co. rules to include safety regulations, attendance and personal conduct.
• High School Diploma or GED Required.

This is a first shift position with varying start times determined by the daily deliver route. No agencies or phone calls

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.

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.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.