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Job Title


Class A Commercial Driver


Company : Smurfit Westrock


Location : Chesapeake, VA


Created : 2026-04-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The Opportunity: The Class A Commercial Driver position involves driving a company tractor and trailer to deliver products to our customers. Driver routes will typically be 4-10 stops per route, will require the driver to unload via lift gate with pallet jack, and transport/place palletized products inside the customersu2019 location. Drivers will be expected to use ELD and log all activity and follow all state and federal regulations. Routes are generally $24-$28/hr M-F 630a-3p overtime as needed Local Routes Home Daily How you will impact Smurfit Westrock: Safely operates tractor and trailer for the delivery of products and materials. Perform vehicle inspections as required. Operate mobile apps on the phone for ELD and proof of delivery. Provide outstanding customer service during delivery. Follow all safety rules for equipment and material handling as required by DOT, OSHA and Company safety program. Ensure all orders are delivered in good condition and in full as per the bill of lading. Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns. Utilize material handling equipment, such hand trucks. What you need to succeed: Current CDL Class A license No preventable motor vehicle violations within the last 12 months Current medical certification card. One or more yearsu2019 experience driving a tractor trailer. General fluency in English required, verbal and written Basic computer literacy preferred High school diploma or equivalent preferred Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc. Sit and drive for up to 10 hours of time without assistance. Lift 50 pounds repeatedly and without assistance or equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is usually moderate to noisy. What we offer Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work u2022 Benefits include: Medical w/ HSA Dental Vision Mental Health 401(k) with 5% company match Paid vacation time & holidays Life Insurance & AD&D Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.