CDL Delivery Driver

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc.
(GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials.
Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.
As part of the GMS family of companies, Colonial Materials has more than 10 conveniently located yards throughout North Carolina and South Carolina.
Many of our team members have worked at Colonial Materials for over 10 years, including several who started their careers in delivery and warehouse positions and later advanced into management.
This is a testament to the great culture and work environment that Colonial Materials provides.
For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.
com or colonialmaterials.
com.
Position Summary: The primary function of a delivery driver is to safely and efficiently operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with company policies along with Federal and State regulations and delivers all freight undamaged.
Work as a team player to deliver, load/unload materials while providing a world class customer service experience.
Duties & Responsibilities: • Inspect truck/trailer for defects for safe operation.
• Safely load building materials onto flatbed or boom truck and unload products at commercial and residential job sites.
• Deliver materials to assigned area as directed by the customer while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you.
• Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Must report all accidents involving driver or company equipment.
• Stamina to lift heavy building materials up to 100+ lbs.
for load/unload.
• Excellent customer service skills and professional attitude.
Basic Qualifications: • High School diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL).
• Minimum Class B License, Class A strongly preferred • Must have a clear three (3) year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Must have overall knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations.
Core Competencies: • Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
Physical Requirements: • Must be able to remain in a stationary position while driving a commercial vehicle 40% of the time.
• Must be able to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs.
for loading/unloading.
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
while unloading flatbed.
• Will constantly move from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site.
• Will constantly operate commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle.
• Will constantly position self to unload materials from flatbed or boom.
• Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom.
• Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in outside environment while making deliveries.
Required Cognitive Skills: • Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on customer’s deadline.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information and directions.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement.
Benefits & Perks: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance • Wellness Benefits • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Employee Stock Purchase Program • Paid Holidays & Vacation Days • Professional Growth Opportunities • Development & Training Programs This job description is subject to change at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement.
We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets.
As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.