Local Driver CDL

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At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive!  Join a team that has a 100+ year reputation for excellence as an innovative, growing and financially stable company that is dedicated to promoting a culture that thrives on inclusion and diversity. From numerous awards to being recognized as one of the best places to work, Suddath offers a caring, family environment while providing relocation and logistics services to people and companies all around the world.

What We Offer!

• A competitive wage with a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company matching
• Weekly pay for hourly-paid employees.  Biweekly pay for salaried employees.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
• A tuition reimbursement plan where employees are encouraged to continue their education and development
• For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit https://suddath.com/about/careers/ and scroll down to view our employee benefits. 

Position Summary 

The local driver maintains a clean, well-equipped vehicle; operates the vehicle safely and economically; interfaces with the customer and third party representatives; and directs the moving crew in efficient, safe and damage-free relocation of goods.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a pre-trip inspection of the assigned vehicle each day.  Reports any unsafe, broken or worn parts on the vehicle to the local manager immediately.
• Ensures that the assigned vehicle is clean, well-organized and loaded with all necessary supplies and equipment before each job begins, and that it is returned in the same condition at the end of each job.  
• Drives the assigned vehicle, observing all traffic rules, Mayflower standards and DFL’s practices for the safe, efficient and economical operation of the vehicle.
• Interfaces in a positive, professional manner with the customer, building manager, security officer, warehouse and office personnel, and third party service representatives during the course of the job.
• In the absence of a Commercial Supervisor or Project Manager, directs the activities of the moving crew to ensure efficient, safe and damage-free relocation of goods.
• Documents the condition of goods before loading and discusses any existing damage with the customer before loading begins.
• Protects, loads, and unloads goods with the assistance of the moving crew.  Ensures the customer's premises are adequately protected to prevent damage.
• Accurately completes all paperwork related to the job and ensures the customer completes all necessary sections of the paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License and a clear driving record.
• Must be able to meet the driver requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Must be able to lift, carry and use a variety of hand/power tools and moving equipment;
• Must be able to sufficiently speak, read and write English to communicate with customers, understand and give directions, and complete paperwork.
• Must successfully complete all safety, skills, customer service and supervisor training as required by the company.

Physical Demands

• Use hands to control or feel objects.

• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• See details of objects only a few feet away.

• Must be able to:
  • frequently bend and stoop;
  • lift and stack items weighing up to 30lbs overhead;
  • lift and carry items weighing up to:
    • 65lbs to chest height;
    • 60lbs at shoulder level without h