CDL B Driver

Description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable CDL B Driver to join our team, specializing in the loading and transportation of roofing materials to various job sites. As a crucial member of our delivery team, you will be responsible for safely operating a commercial vehicle, ensuring the timely delivery of building supplies, and utilizing a boom crane to efficiently move materials to construction site rooftops. 

ABOUT US:

J&L Building Materials is a third-generation, family-owned, independent distributor that has been serving professional contractors and builders since 1958. We are committed to providing high quality building materials and a unique level of service that can only be found here. We believe that every structure we play a role in creating is a testament to the lasting relationships we've built and the integrity we uphold. We aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our employees, customers, vendors, and the communities we serve by ensuring that every interaction with J&L Building Materials feels local, personal, and deeply rooted in trust and respect.  

Our mission is to deliver exceptional customer service, where people and relationships take precedence above all else. We are committed to creating a personalized experience while approaching our business with thoughtfulness and integrity, based on our core values of customer-centric excellence, authentic relationships, personal responsibility and accountability, and success through integrity and honesty.

Benefits include full medical, dental, vision benefits coverage; employer contribution to Health Savings Account if enrolled in the high-deductible health plan; 401K with 6% employer match after 6 months of employment, profit sharing bonus program, paid time off and paid holidays.

POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle with a CDL B   license to transport building materials to residential and commercial job sites.
• Proficiently operate a boom crane to lift and position roofing materials onto roofs and ensure compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines during crane operation.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of building materials, utilizing proper lifting and securing techniques to prevent damage during transit.
• Assist with general warehouse and material handling duties when not driving. 
• Actively participate in periodic physical inventories and cycle counts with emphasis on product identification and accuracy of the count.
• Plan efficient routes to optimize delivery schedules, considering traffic conditions, weather, and job site requirements.
• Complete accurate and timely pre and post trip inspections and documentation and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain organized records of deliveries, ensuring proper communication with the dispatch team.
• Interact professionally with customers and job site personnel, providing excellent customer service and addressing any concerns or inquiries.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, both during transportation and jobsite operations. 
• Participate in ongoing safety training programs.
• Be on time, present, and ready to work for at least 40 scheduled hours per week during core business hours (6:30 AM – 4:30 AM) and available for regular Saturday shifts (6:30 AM – 12:00 PM) once training is fully completed.
   

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License 
• At least one year of recent commercial CDL B driving experience
• Current DOT physical card and clean driving record
• No restrictions on CDL and recent experience driving a commercial vehicle with a manual transmission
• Ability to lift 100 pounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate and follow procedures
• Forklift certification
• Hazmat endorsement or willingness to obtain hazmat endorsement

 
Additionally, we request that all candidates complete the Culture Index survey that can be found at the following link: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/bzp8t4ThPR  The survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes and is just one more way for us to get to know you a little better as we move through the recruiting process.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, it is the policy of J&L to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@jlbuilding.com or 610-981-6036.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.