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Northwest Hardwoods Inc

Semi-Truck Driver

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Hopwood, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/12/2026

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A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$42,105 / year median in Pennsylvania

-25% projected decline

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Job Description

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BACKGROUND

Northwest Hardwoods is the premier Hardwood Lumber producer in the industry, serving furniture, cabinet, molding, and millwork segments worldwide. We operate manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. We are searching for a Semi-Truck Driver, paid by the load, for local and overnight routes. Paid by the load position Pick up containers at the port Take containers to the mill Have containers loaded Return containers to the port Load chips and sawdust from the bins into trailers Take chips and sawdust in the trailer to the paper mill Inspect the vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance Comply with truck driving rules and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures Maneuver the truck into the loading and unloading positions Report defects, accidents, or violations Keep the vehicle clean and safe at all times Other duties as assigned by the Manager

JOB SUMMARY

PAID

BY THE LOAD!

Based out of Daily, WV Take containers to the mill Have containers loaded Return containers to the port (Optional) Load chips and sawdust from the bins into trailers Take chips and sawdust in the trailer to the paper mill Inspect the vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance Comply with truck driving rules and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures Maneuver the truck into the loading and unloading positions Report defects, accidents, or violations Keep the vehicle clean and safe at all times Other duties as assigned by the Manager

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Valid CDL Clean driving record Be safety conscious, have a positive attitude Have and maintain an excellent attendance record Pre-employment physical and pass a DOT drug screen Wear personal protective equipment at the loading and unloading points Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent CDL - Class A Certificate from an accredited CDL school 21 years or older At least six months of OTR experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit for long periods of time Ability to drive for extended periods of time (approximately 475 miles round-trip per day) Ability to climb up to the bin and onto the truck trailer