Truck Driver

Be part of a growing employee owned company, that has been around for over 75 years!

Southern Air, Inc. is a company dedicated to growth of our employees and great customer service. We have branch locations through-out the Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina region. This opportunity is located at in Lynchburg, VA location.

Southern Air, Inc. rewards your commitment with great wages, benefits including participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), Holiday/Vacation pay, and medical, 401(k), and career opportunities. Join our team and enjoy the rewards.

Job Description:
The Truck Driver will be responsible for transporting construction materials, equipment, and supplies to and from job sites in a safe and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will have experience driving heavy vehicles, excellent knowledge of safety regulations, and a strong commitment to ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining company standards. This role will also include other duties such as stocking shelves, cleaning and organizing in a warehouse environment, loading and unloading materials and equipment, and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Safely and efficiently operate various types of trucks, including stake body, enclosed vans, and dump trucks to transport construction materials and equipment.
• Inspect and maintain the assigned vehicle(s) for safety and compliance with regulations before and after each trip.
• Plan and follow the most efficient routes for timely deliveries to job sites.
• Load and unload materials and equipment, ensuring proper handling and securing of cargo.
• General warehouse skills and willingness to load and unload tools, ladders, gang boxes, etc. from and to job sites, maintain organization and cleanliness of the warehouse, and assist with shipping and receiving material.
• Collaborate with project site managers and crew members to coordinate delivery schedules and site access.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and compliance paperwork.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies to uphold a safe work environment.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Communicate any road or weather-related issues to management as they arise.

Desired characteristics:

• Ability to demonstrate teamwork, ambition, dependable, accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.
• Basic computer skills, accurate data entry skills, math & mechanical aptitude, basic reading skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.

• Five years of experience driving trucks in a construction or related environment preferred.
• Computer skills to check in/out
• Knowledge of local and state traffic laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Ability to operate machinery as needed (e.g., forklifts, lifts).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Physical stamina and strength to handle loading and unloading materials.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Benefits:

• Health Plan – With company contributions to employee health saving account
• Dental Plan
• 401k with company match
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Vision Plan
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and other purposes
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

The physical activities described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Performing this job requires frequent use of hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Must be able to sit, talk, hear, and stand frequently throughout the day. Must be able to climb, reach above shoulder height, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl frequently. The position occasionally may require lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.

May work with or around typical construction materials and chemicals that require knowledge of safety data sheets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or disability or protected veteran status.

Visit our website to learn more about Southern Air, Inc. www.southern-air.com