Backup Route Driver/Material Handler - Portland, OR

				Overview:

Portland, Oregon Class B Route Driver with Hazmat Endoursement & Material Handling Duties

East Penn Manufacturing is looking for a highly motivated, customer focused Backup Route Driver to join our world class family of employees. Drive dedicated with East Penn and enjoy a consistent schedule and pay, onsite management and regular deliveries to dedicated customers. Guaranteed 40 hours per week, normally with a 5 day work week but schedule may vary based off need and scheduled runs.

Aside from the perks of a consistent schedule and pay, East Penn employees also enjoy access to comprehensive health benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and prescription, as well as a 401k savings plan, and paid time off.

This position will pay $31.30 per hour.  

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Plus a $2,500 Sign-On/Retention Bonus for CDL Drivers! 

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of this position will include various warehouse material handling and some backup route delivery driving.

Material Handler:

* Our Material Handlers are responsible for pulling (physical lifting) orders, loading and unloading of trucks, and loading batteries for customers.
* Must be highly motivated and have good communication skills.
* Candidate may be requested to work overtime.
* Forklift experience required on both stand up and sit down forklifts.

Class B Route Driver:

* Delivers and picks up freight from specified customer locations, such as warehouses, retail stores, dealerships, and small businesses.
* Schedule varies depending on run, trips may range from 1 to 2 days in length.
* Driving a diesel or gasoline powered straight van with a gross vehicle weight rating of up to 33,000 GVW.
* Delivers and picks up freight from specified locations, such as warehouses, stores, industrial plants, railroad yards, and small businesses.
* Verifies freight with shipping papers.
* Drives to specified locations, applying knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, state and local driving laws, and hazardous material regulations.
* Uses skills in highway navigation as well as maneuvering a vehicle in various situations, such as narrow passageways, heavy traffic, and adverse weather conditions.
* Inspects the vehicle for mechanical and safety defects before and after each trip, and submits a report indicating the vehicle condition.
* Maintains a Driver's Daily log according to Federal regulations.
* Prepares shipping papers for freight received.
* Interacts with customers when delivering or receiving freight or collecting payment for goods delivered.
* Warehouse work using material handling equipment.

Qualifications:

* Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Endorsements for Air Brakes and Hazmat (endorsements not required prior to employment but obtainment required during probationary period) Training provided.
* Literate with good communication and math skills.
			

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