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Drive for BFS, the #1 name in the industry and America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. At Builders FirstSource, we value our drivers and will support you at every turn through continued learning and training, the right equipment, tools, technology, and an overriding commitment to safety and career growth.
A Driver Trainee assists certified drivers by assembling load deliveries and preparing trucks for delivery to customer job site. Provides delivery site support. As a CDL trainee, associate is responsible for performing previously assigned job duties while building product knowledge and familiarity with vehicle operation and safe driving procedures. Responsible for learning company, state, local and DOT regulations.
DUTIES INCLUDE
- Performs load-building, and learns how to determine the appropriate weight, composition, and placement of load based on customer order and capacity of delivery vehicle to ensure load is balanced and safe for hauling.
- Validates loads against customer invoice to ensure the correct materials and the quantity of materials are accurate.
- Assists with unloading the truck at the delivery site and interfaces with customers in a positive, professional manner.
- Attends required training courses, completes assignments, and prepares for driver certification assessments.
- Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required.
- Demonstrates willingness and ability to learn all aspects of Driver duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and clean driving record. Must be able to obtain a Forklift certification. Must demonstrate a good work ethic, be able to pass a MVR report, obtain a DOT medical card, and have management support in order to qualify for company paid CDL training courses.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
- Must be able to physically operate delivery vehicles (climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360-degree visibility, use arms to operate controls, etc.).
As a BFS driver, you're there for our customers, so we're there for you. Providing everything from a terrific team environment, performance-driven work culture to competitive pay and great perks and benefits. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS.
Full-Time Team Members are eligible for company benefits, including Three Medical plan options Dental & Vision Critical Care Accident & Hospital insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health & Dependent Care Health Savings Account 401(k) with company match Vacation & Sick Time Paid company holidays
Company Paid Life & AD&D Supplemental Life Short & Long Term Disability Bereavement Paid Parental Leave Team Member Assistance Program
