Description
product delivery
load unloading
inventory docs
vehicle safety
yard stocking
customer service
Daily duties include operating a company‑owned commercial vehicle, safely loading and unloading products such as shingles, drywall, lumber, and millwork, and ensuring job‑site safety conditions. The driver also tracks product movement in and out of the yard and supports yard staff with stocking and organization.
- Deliver products to job sites using the most efficient route while obeying traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Unload or assist unloading products at job sites using crane, conveyor, piggybacks, or by hand.
- Meet delivery schedules while providing friendly, professional customer service.
- Secure returning loads on the vehicle before leaving the job site.
- Complete required paperwork for deliveries, returns, and transfers to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
- Assist in loading and securing residential and commercial building products; verify materials and quantities with yard personnel.
- Maintain cleanliness and appearance of delivery vehicles inside and out.
- Perform routine safety checks on vehicles per company policies.
- Assist in yard and warehouse with stocking, loading, and organizing building and lumber materials.
- Help customers in the yard with loading and product questions when not driving.
Requirements
cdl
dot med
forklift
hs diploma
attention
communication
R.P. Lumber is hiring a Driver CDL for its Princeton, IL location. The position reports directly to the General Manager.
The Driver CDL maintains a culture of safety while delivering lumber and building materials to customers promptly and courteously. The role requires strong product knowledge, adherence to company processes, accurate loading and unloading, and precise paperwork handling.
Candidates must hold a valid Class A or B CDL, preferably with air‑brake and manual transmission endorsements, and possess a DOT medical certification. An acceptable driving record for the past 60 months is required, and the driver must keep all certifications current and perform daily equipment inspections.
Applicants need at least a high school diploma or equivalent experience, be 21 years or older, and demonstrate strong communication and attention to detail. The job involves frequent lifting of 50‑100 lb, bending, climbing and working in varied weather conditions, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
- Valid Class A or Class B CDL, preferably with air‑brake and manual transmission endorsements.
- Possess or obtain DOT Medical Certification Card, preferably self‑certified “Non‑Excepted Interstate”.
- Acceptable driving record for the prior 60 months of operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- High school diploma or GED; or 6‑12 months related experience/training; or equivalent combination.
- Must be 21 years old or older.
- High degree of attention and dexterity in vehicle control to prevent damage to materials and equipment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with vendors, customers, management, and team members.
- Complete all company training and certification, including Boom and Forklift Certification.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Pass pre‑employment drug testing, background check, and motor vehicle history checks as required by law.
- Requires sitting, standing, bending, and walking most of the day.
- Able to lift, move, and handle 50‑100 pounds and perform bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
- Able to work indoors and outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
Benefits
The position offers an hourly rate of $20‑$25, with wages varying by region, experience, and certifications. Full‑time employees receive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, profit sharing, 401k, paid time off, holidays and a merchandise discount; part‑time staff receive competitive pay, profit sharing, 401k, paid time off and the discount.
- Hourly wage $20‑$25, based on region, experience, education, licenses, and certifications.
- Health, dental, vision, term‑life, and short‑term disability insurance for full‑time employees.
- Employer‑paid basic life insurance for full‑time employees.
- Profit sharing and 401k plan.
- Paid time off and holidays for full‑time employees.
- Employee merchandise discount for all employees.
- Competitive wages for part‑time employees.
- Profit sharing and 401k for part‑time employees.
- Paid time off for part‑time employees.
Training + Development
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