the Overview
We are seeking a dependable Class B Truck Driver to join our growing nursery team. This team member will consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.
Responsibilities
- Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
- Loading, Unloading, and Delivering Plants and Landscape Materials
- Use a forklift to unload palletized materials and trees.
- Transport goods from place of origin to the assigned destination to ensure timely delivery
- Ensure contents are properly secured to prevent breakage or damage
- Safely and efficiently handle and unload plants and Landscape Supplies at selected destinations
- Interact with customers at the delivery site in a professional manner.
- Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
- Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
- Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
- Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
- Make safety a priority at all times
- Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Valid Class A Class B driver’s license required
- 3+ years related experience
- Clean driving record with no moving violations
- Must pass a background check and drug test
- Skilled at driving large vehicles
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
- Skilled at Forklift Operations
- Disciplined, dependable, resourceful, and a self-starter
- Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
- High level of composure and good stress management
- Customer Service Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish a plus, but not required
Patuxent Nursery is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other category as protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Experience:
- driving: 2 years (Required)
- Landscape or Nursery: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
