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CDL Short Haul Driver

Job Description

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a CDL Short Haul Driver at our manufacturing facility located in Plant 12 Fremont, Indiana.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The CDL Short Haul position will perform a variety of routine duties and complex transportation work in driving and coordinating transportation. More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

• Assisting and preparing orders for loads.
• Auditing loads to ensure product matches the order; verify for accuracy.
• Strapping loads securely to trailer.
• Assisting in planning route to ensure the most economical use of time and equipment.
• Delivering product to various locations.
• Picking up raw material for production.
• Performing routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and notify supervisor of defects or necessary repairs.
• Cleaning and keeping equipment in top working order.
• Performing all duties in compliance with appropriate safety and security standards

Working Conditions:

• Working primarily outdoors and occasionally indoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on season. Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury. May be required to work overtime, including weekends.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds. Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly. Frequent grasping, pinching and fine manipulation. Occasionally bending and squatting. 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Maintain a Class A CDL. 

- Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English. 

- Three (3) years of experience driving flatbed preferred but not required. 

EDUCATION:

- High school diploma or equivalency preferred but not required. 

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:

• Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
• Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
• Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

We care for our people.  Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.