Job Name:
2nd Shift Home Daily Yard Driver - Cottage Grove, MN

General information

Location: Cottage Grove, MN
Date:
11-Sep-2023
Company:
Renewal by Andersen
Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN
Ref #:
4074
Job Category:
Transportation/Drivers
Posting City:
Cottage Grove
State:
MN

Description & Requirements

 Shift your career into gear with Andersen! 

 

Starting up to $26.38 an hour!

Additional 8% 2nd Shift Differential

Profit Sharing Incentive! 

Overtime Eligible 

Paid Time Off: 13 days 

Paid Holidays: 10 days 

Benefits starting within 30 days: Health/ Dental/ Vison & 401K 

 

Love the Life You See through YOUR windshield! The average tenure of Andersen's drivers is 9 years! With over 119 years in business, Andersen is the largest Window & Door manufacturer in North America. How did we get here? With a vision to design products and services that were different and better, and working all together to DELIVER a promise that everyone benefits from their association with Andersen. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference! 

 

ABOUT THE POSITION:
This home daily, yard driver opportunity will be based in Cottage Grove, MN. The yard driver will be responsible for shuttling trailers on the yard and occasionally leaving the yard for truck wash and fuel. The driver may also be asked to assist in loading and offloading product at the warehouse. This position requires a wide range of skills from practicing safe driving and safe material handling skills, to top-notch teamwork skills. Join a team of seasoned yard professionals supporting the logistics needs of the Cottage Grove, MN manufacturing and distribution operations. Perform yard moves and work together to keep the facility running smoothly.

  • Monday - Friday - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Opportunity for weekend work with some rotating Saturdays
  • Home Daily!
  • Hourly pay plus incentives!
  • Eligible for overtime over 40 hours
  • Boot program - Annually
  • Training - As a new driver you will be working with an experienced driver learning the routes, customers, and the products.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Fulfill yard move requests
  • Transfer trailers and materials between buildings and external lots when necessary
  • Acclimate to the layout of the facility and learn recall of trailer locations
  • Drive truck to destinations in accordance with Federal regulations.
  • Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speed in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading dock areas.
  • Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations including driver logs, possible fuel purchases, mileage records, and other records required by law.
  • Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
  • Professional representation of the Andersen Corporation.
  • Able to answer questions regarding packing lists, invoices, packaging, and material content. If unable to answer specific questions, direct customer to appropriate contact at Andersen.
  • Ability to work inside when business conditions call for it. Would involve working on a PIT
  • Safely assist in the loading and unloading of materials, including windows and doors. (Driver will be required to handle windows and doors).
  • Perform lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of windows and doors of varying weights

QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and doubles endorsement if twin trailers are pulled at location.
  • Have an acceptable accident and moving violation Motor Vehicle Record.
  • 2 years’ previous tractor-trailer (or straight truck, depending on equipment) driving experience including winter driving experience.
  • Ability to read, write and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental ability to handle receipts, read maps, read road signs, maintain logs, etc.
  • Good oral communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and take directions via on-board computer system and by phone.
  • Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
  • Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, vehicle inspection and maintenance.
  • Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
  • Satisfactorily pass a drug test.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to sit and remain alert while driving for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
  • Able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel lever, lock and release pintle-hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and off of vehicles, fuel vehicles and check engine oil coolant levels.
  • Ability to perform squatting or crouching to handle position and secure windows and doors.
  • Able to perform pushing or pulling of windows and doors weighing up to 100 pounds on a dolly or cart.
  • Able to carry windows and doors weighing up to 50 pounds of varying size and shape and occasionally carry windows and doors weighing up to 100 pounds.
  • Able to reach for cargo above shoulder level, at waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck.


CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.
 
Benefits include, and are not limited to:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Health Savings Account contributions
Paid holidays plus PTO
401(k) plan & contributions
Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
Charity contributions
Nationwide career opportunities
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
 
* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects
** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners
 

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:
 
We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine’s 2021 “America’s Best Large Employers” and a “Best Employer for Diversity.” As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.
 
In 2023, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.  
 
Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Posting City:
Cottage Grove, MN
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