Small Truck Driver
Albany, OR, US, 97322
Location: Albany, Oregon
Drive your career forward with DLF!
DLF USA Inc. is seeking a Small Truck Driver to safely transport materials between our facilities and subcontractor locations. This role is essential to keeping our logistics operations efficient, accurate, and timely while representing the company professionally on the road and at delivery sites.
About the Role
As a Small Truck Driver, you’ll perform daily deliveries and pick-ups, ensure loads are secure, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate effectively with warehouse and logistics teams. You’ll also have opportunities to operate forklifts, assist with loading and unloading, and occasionally run local errands using company vehicles.
This is a hands-on role that combines driving, material handling, and coordination across teams.
What You’ll Do
- Operate a non-commercial delivery truck to complete scheduled pick-ups and deliveries.
- Conduct daily pre-trip safety inspections and report maintenance or safety issues to the Transportation Specialist.
- Secure loads properly using straps, tie-downs, and other approved safety equipment.
- Verify load accuracy before transport, confirming lot numbers, quantities, and packaging types.
- Follow Combined Transfer Orders (CTOs) and maintain accurate delivery and completion records.
- Coordinate pick-up and delivery times with warehouse personnel, allowing adequate preparation time.
- File completed CTOs with the appropriate personnel in an organized and timely manner.
- Communicate route changes, delays, or delivery issues promptly to the Transportation Specialist.
- Operate a forklift when required to load or unload materials.
- Perform additional driving or errand duties using company vehicles as assigned.
- Maintain familiarity with all DLF and subcontractor facility locations.
- Assist with other duties as assigned by manager.
Physical working conditions include outdoor environments with frequent driving and occasional exposure to varying weather conditions. The position involves regular lifting, securing, and movement of materials and equipment.
What You Bring
- High school diploma.
- 1+ years of similar experience in increasingly responsible roles.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- Valid DOT medical card or be able to obtain one.
- Knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
- Strong verbal, written, listening and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, prioritization skills and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and follow established schedules and procedures.
- Ability to make calculations.
- Dependable, with a strong commitment to safety.
- Ability to work overtime hours as needed.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive hourly pay. Compensation will be based on experience.
- Full benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
- Opportunities to grow your career in logistics and operations.
- Work that keeps our operations running smoothly and makes a tangible impact.
Apply Now
Ready to grow your career?
Apply on our Careers Page (https://careers.dlf.com) with your resume and a short cover letter describing why you’re interested in this role.
Check us out www.dlf.com (Global) & www.us.dlf.com (USA) & www.ca.dlf.com (CA) and visit our careers page at https://careers.dlf.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
DLF USA Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion at every level.
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