Lead CDL A Driver

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Minnesota.  A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us.  We are employee owned and relationship powered.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

The Driver Lead works with our warehouse team and oversees the receipt, storage, order preparation, and delivery of material.  Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Promoting a safe work environment for all employee owners
• Modeling Lumbermen’s core values
• First responder to all Cottage Grove delivery drivers
• Coach drivers on procedures set forth by transportation as well as branch management
• Investigating and reporting truck breakdowns
• Investigating delivery routes and driver time to uphold compliance with DOT regulations
• Leading and making improvements to housekeeping regarding Trucks and Trailers
• Ensure employees are using critical systems such as Geotab each day
• Ensure truck checks are being done pre and post trip and schedule maintenance when needed.
• Training, motivating, and coaching employee owners for success
• Maintaining a working knowledge of warehouse operations
• Approaching work each day with a positive attitude
• Treating Employee Owners in a professional manner
• Train and coach, all employees who drive Lumbermen’s vehicle on professional appearance and presentation to customers. The drivers are the face of the company every day
• Assisting with other tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the operation
• Work with Branch leadership and repair facilities on plans and execution of lean operations in transportation
• Maintain a strong team culture with respect and customer service at the core
• Additional Duties may be assigned as role progresses

At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships.  It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma/GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years’ CDL Class A License and experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• CDL Class A license with a clean driving record

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commitment to safety and adherence to policies as a top priority
• Able to lead by example and lead others to success
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Effectiveness in providing clarity to team in achieving company goals and objectives
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Able to drive a forklift
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. repetitively/continuously

WHAT WE OFFER:

Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us.  You will experience a different kind of work environment and “family” here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices and earning consideration. Other benefits include:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending/health savings account
• 401(k)
• The SOURCE – free and confidential support resources for our team
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and development
• Advancement opportunities

Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace.   In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.