Truck Driver

We are looking for a Truck Driver to join our team and grow with us! If you are looking for long term stability with the opportunity to grow and move up within the company, Paulo is the place for you! Paulo is committed in promoting from within.  We have many team members that have called Paulo home for 30+ years, and are continuing to build on that legacy.

We have a lot to offer in terms of stability, career growth, competitive compensation, and a generous benefits package. We know a career in Heat Treating is not for everyone, and that’s ok. We are looking for motivated individuals that enjoy working with their hands in a fast paced, manufacturing environment and who are not afraid of a little sweat. If this sounds like you and are eager to grow your career with a great company, come grow your career with Paulo!

Our St. Louis Truck Drivers start at $22.48/hr, and reach $28.93 within 15 months!  

Position Summary

Perform duties required to load and drive a truck to transport materials to and from specified locations.

Essential Functions

• Operate company truck to pick up and deliver customer parts applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and roads in the area.
• Check ship tickets and materials for delivery, determine pickup and delivery schedule for the day and set up paperwork; accessing information from appropriate individuals about pick-ups and deliveries on route.
• Plan travel routes for shortest distance to destinations.
• Pack, weigh, label, and load customer parts to be delivered in an orderly fashion using a forklift.
• Organize paperwork upon return to company separating delivery receipts and assuring that signatures for deliveries have been obtained.
• Keep accurate records of truck maintenance; inspect truck, and complete inspection checklist and service truck as required to assure that truck is in proper operating condition.
• Use a forklift to load and unload customer parts from trucks,
• Determine the condition of the customer parts before delivery and seek assistance for items needing clarification to ensure that only parts ready for delivery are loaded on the truck and that correct parts are being delivered to the customer,
• Obtain a physical examination in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Communicate Paulo's needs to the customer and the customers' requirements to Paulo in a courteous and friendly manner,
• Assist in performing shipping duties as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Three months or more in a similar or related position.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

• Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B; manual transmission, air brakes endorsement)
• Must pass DOT clearing house background check
• Medical Certificate
• Must be able to obtain a Forklift Certification

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Medical benefits (including Teledoc Telehealth Visits)
• Dental benefits
• Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Sickness & Accident pay
• 401k
• Employee Referral Bonus & chance to win annual $2,000 drawing!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts