Local CDL Class A Driver

CDL Truck Driver

Wholesale Distributor of Building Materials

Reports To: Warehouse Manager | Location: West Caldwell, NJ (Field Routes)

About Fessenden Hall

Since 1890, Fessenden Hall has been a trusted name in building materials distribution. With over 135 years of stability and growth, we're proud to offer careers-not just jobs. Many of our employees make Fessenden Hall their final career stop, building long-term success with our family-owned company.

When you join our team, you'll experience:

• Supportive culture where managers and coworkers genuinely care about your success


• Industry-leading medical benefits - we cover 80% of your medical premium AND your entire deductible, so you keep more of what you earn


• Long-term stability with a company that's stood the test of time

Compensation & Benefits

We invest in our people. Your benefits package delivers real dollar value beyond base compensation.

Fully employer-paid coverage. Dental, vision, life, AD&D (1x salary to $50,000), short-term disability, and long-term disability (60% income replacement to age 65). Premiums are covered at 100%.

Retirement. 401(k) with auto-enrollment, discretionary company contributions, and full vesting after three years of service.

Time Off. Paid time off and nine paid holidays.

Support. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, confidential and free, for you and your household.

Position Overview

What You'll Do

Driving & Delivery Duties:

• Secure materials: Physically handle and carefully secure building materials (laminates, plywood, solid surfaces) onto the truck, ensuring safe transport


• Safe transportation: Drive commercial vehicles to deliver materials from our warehouse to customer locations across Northern New Jersey & New York


• Customer delivery & unloading: Work directly with customers at delivery sites, assisting with unloading and ensuring materials arrive in perfect condition


• Vehicle inspections & maintenance: Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, verify cargo is properly secured, and maintain accurate logs of vehicle repair status and working hours


• Safety & compliance: Follow all safety procedures for cargo transport, adhere to traffic laws, and maintain compliance with DOT regulations


• Route management: Plan daily routes efficiently using GPS navigation and mapping tools; adapt to traffic and delivery conditions in real time

What We're Looking For

Licensing & Credentials:

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with clean driving record and clean MVR


• Skilled at driving, backing, and parking large commercial vehicles in tight and congested spaces

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience preferred


• Experience with route planning, GPS navigation, and map reading


• Reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn


• Strong communication and customer service skills


• Self-starter who works well independently and as part of a team


• High level of composure and ability to handle stressful situations calmly

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. and remain physically active throughout extended shifts


• Physical stamina for loading, securing, and unloading materials multiple times per day


• Able to work in varying weather conditions while remaining alert and focused


• Mental focus and endurance during long driving shifts combined with manual labor

Fessenden Hall is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.