Job Description
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.
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.
PURPOSE 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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - 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.
- May drive non-CDL company vehicles and deliver product to customer job site. Maintains log entries, performs vehicle inspection, and adheres to safety/compliance regulations. Takes all precautions to protect the product and the customer's property.
- 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.
- Learn hand held device tracking procedures and understand the importance of compliance with DVIR and HOS.
- Operate a Forklift or non-motorized material handling equipment to load and off load materials to designated areas.
- 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and clean driving record and a minimum of one (1) year BFS work experience. 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.
COMPETENCIES Relationship Building: Builds working relationships and seeks to resolve issues constructively.
Teamwork: Knows and supports teammates' work and deliverables. Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise.
Customer Focus: Listens to and responds to customer needs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds frequently and on occasion may be required to lift and carry, with assistance, up to 200 pounds.
- May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
- 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.
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.
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here
Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.
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