Drayage Driver - $28/hr +3 weeks paid vacation

Department: Warehouse

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Richmond

Reporting To: Brian Wright

Compensation: $28.00 / hour

Description

Hi there, we’re Article. 👋  Since 2013, we've been creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. As a Drayage Driver, you will transport freight containers, perform drop-and-hook movements between ports, and assist in the warehouse when needed.
Why Article?
Schedule: Monday-Friday (Requires availability on weekends) 40 hours a week
Location: 1660 Ashton Park Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

• $28/HR
• 29 paid days off between vacation, wellness and holiday (details below)
• Generous medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid paternity/maternity leave
• 45% discount on all Article furniture
• Paid uniforms & safety boots

We walk the walk when it comes to Win Together, your teammates and managers have your back and create a safe workplace of respect, fairness and fun. 

What You'll Do:

• Haul freight containers secured to chassis but may haul dry van trailers
• Drop and hook container movements 
• Daily scheduled routes 
• Minimum 40 hour work week 
• Warehouse work as needed
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Provide professional and friendly customer engagement and communication.
• Safely transport containers with our furniture to our warehouse.
• Reliable, flexible schedule, and have the ability to meet the demands of the business with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently or with little supervision.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid CDL A driver’s license, and have a clean driving record
• Legally able to work in the US
• Pass a pre-employment substance abuse screening,  background check,  DOT physical, and pre-employment DOT Drug Screen. 
• Must have a TWIC card**
• Must be physically fit and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• 3+ years of CDL A driving experience
• Climb/step up into a truck cab
• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations (Hours of Service)

The fine print:

• Benefits-eligible (after 90 days)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability insurance 
• Vacation, Holidays & Sick/Wellness Days 
  • 48 hours Sick/wellness (6 days, accrued annually)
  • 8 paid holidays + 1 Inclusion & Diversity day
  • 120 hours (3 weeks) paid vacation (accrued annually)
• Other Benefits/Perks
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • 45% Employee discount + 15 % family & friends discount

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