Northern Nurseries, a family-run leader in horticultural wholesale distribution, provides landscapers with the region’s largest selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, hardscape products, and more. Our team is supportive, fast-paced, and committed to excellence—both in the products we deliver and the people we employ.
We’re looking for Seasonal CDL Class B Truck Drivers who want to grow with us and make an impact. While this role is seasonal, there is opportunity for year-round employment for top performers.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Be part of a fast-growing, family-operated company where your work is valued.
- Flexible scheduling during the season.
- Opportunity to advance into full-time roles and grow your career.
- Work in a dynamic environment, interacting with team members and customers every day.
What You’ll Do:
- Drive delivery trucks safely to assigned destinations, following all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure the truck is maintained, clean, and ready for delivery.
- Help unload at customer sites, accurately document shortages, damages, or discrepancies, and communicate them to management.
- Refuel vehicles at leasing sites or using company fuel cards.
- Maintain equipment such as piggyback forklifts (“spyder”), ensuring proper function and safety.
- Handle COD deliveries, communicate with customers professionally, and resolve delivery issues.
- Complete required paperwork: DVIRs, logbooks, and trip reports according to DOT regulations.
- Support the team as needed, including assisting with loading, tarping/untarping, and yard organization.
- Maintain professionalism and represent Northern Nurseries positively at all times.
Requirements:
- Valid CDL Class B license with current medical card.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, seasonal environment with minimal supervision.
- Physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and climb.
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
- Knowledge of FMCSA regulations, logbooks, and Hours of Service rules.
- Ability to operate and maintain a piggyback forklift.
- Must pass drug and alcohol testing as required by FMCSA.
- Professional, courteous, and safety-minded at all times.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced CDL drivers who take pride in their work and enjoy interacting with team members and customers.
- People who are reliable, responsible, and ready to take ownership of their role.
- Team players who are willing to go above and beyond to ensure successful deliveries.
Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive pay starting at $25.00 hourly (based on experience and location).
- Seasonal role with potential for full-time employment.
- Work in a supportive, family-run company that values your growth.
- Hands-on, active work environment that keeps you moving and engaged.
Job Type: Temporary
