Truck Driver - 1st Shift in Schofield, Wisconsin at American Wood Fibers, Inc

Regional Truck Driver (First Shift)

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the Regional Truck Driver role in .

JOB SUMMARY

The First Shift Regional Truck Driver is considered a “slip-seat” position, where the driver will share a truck with a First Shift Driver. This role is responsible for delivering and/or picking up bulk/packaged material from suppliers or to customers in a safe and fuel-efficient manner. Primary duties to include, but are not limited to the following:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

I. DELIVERING/PICK-UP OF MATERIALS

The majority of loads in this role are drop & hook

Deliver and/or pickup bulk/packaged material from suppliers or to customers in a safe, legal, and fuel-efficient manner, while exercising good judgment regarding weather and road conditions

Drivers are required to assist in the loading and unloading of trailers

Loading of trailers requires the ability to climb ladders, roll tarps back on top of the trailers, as well as the ability to climb into the back of the trailers

Drivers must be able to drop and hook a trailer, which requires disconnecting hoses and cranking trailer landing gear up and down

II. PAPERWORK

Maintain accurate log book via onboard ELD according to ICC regulations, Driver’s Trip Record, and fuel reports

III. COMMUNICATION

Inspect truck and trailer for defects before and after trips and inform maintenance of any defects or issues

Coordinate with Dispatcher to set up trucking schedule

Provide feedback regarding changes in scheduling, delivery, pick-up or unloading times

IV. PERSONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

Responsible for staying up-to-date with commercial driving regulations and required skills

Attend and participate in scheduled driver and safety meetings

Establish good rapport with customers/suppliers while providing feedback regarding customer/supplier needs

Establish personal goals and work with fellow employees toward continuous improvement and teamwork

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Class A CDL Driver’s License REQUIRED

Minimum of 21 years of age

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to speak and read the English language

Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Physical capability to bend, climb, squat or stoop

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

Minimum 1 year of Heavy Tractor Trailer driving experience with a clean driving record

TRUCKING DRIVER TYPE & ROUTE

Company Driver, Regional

COMPENSATION

Paid per trip plus hourly wage for most non-drive time work

Monthly safety/driver metrics bonus

Monthly profit-sharing bonuses

Annual company-wide performance bonuses

$1,000.00 to $1,200.00 per week before any of the above-mentioned bonuses

BENEFITS

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

Home daily

Year-round work

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500
Columbia, MD 21046
800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700
Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

Visit us at: www.awf.com