Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job Title: CDL Class A Driver

Location: Neuhaus St. Houston, TX

Company: Montalbano Lumber

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused CDL Driver to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient transportation of lumber, hardware, and building materials using commercial fork trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles. The CDL Driver will be responsible for loading, securing, and delivering materials while adhering to DOT and FMCSA safety regulations to ensure compliance and road safety.

Wonderful opportunity for classified drivers who want to be home daily and have weekends off.

Key Responsibilities:

Delivery & Transportation: Safely operate fork trucks and other commercial vehicles to transport lumber and building materials to customer locations and job sites.

Load Securement: Ensure all materials are properly secured using straps and other proper load securing techniques per FMCSA cargo securement guidelines.

Material Handling: Assist in loading and unloading materials using approved safety procedures and mechanical equipment as needed. The fork trucks are equipped with moffitts for jobsite deliveries.

Compliance & Safety: Follow all DOT and FMCSA regulations, including hours-of-service requirements, vehicle inspection protocols, and safe driving practices.

Route Planning: Optimize delivery routes to minimize delays and increase efficiency.

Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by DOT standards, reporting maintenance concerns promptly.

Documentation: Maintain accurate delivery logs, trip records, and necessary compliance paperwork.

Customer Interaction: Provide professional service, assist customers with material unloading, and verify order accuracy.

Team Collaboration: Coordinate with dispatch, warehouse teams, and yard personnel to ensure smooth delivery operations.

Qualifications & Skills:

Licensing: Valid CDL Class A license required.

Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of DOT, FMCSA, and cargo securement regulations.

Experience: Previous experience operating fork trucks and heavy-duty delivery vehicles preferred.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy materials, stand for long periods, and work in outdoor environments.

Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of commercial driving laws, truck operation protocols, and workplace safety procedures.

Customer Service: Professional and courteous approach when interacting with customers and job site personnel.

Organizational Skills: Ability to manage delivery schedules, track orders, and maintain proper documentation.

Benefits:

Competitive wages

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options including employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts on products

Opportunities for career growth and development