CDL Driver Hiring Event - 11/19, 11/20, & 11/21

As a privately held, financially secure, family-owned company, we are proud of our reputation for exceptional quality and customer service, safe driving records, and excellent CSA scores. East Penn Manufacturing is a world-class leader in automotive battery manufacturing with 80 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise.

Get to know East Penn!:

East Penn Manufacturing is a world-class leader in automotive battery manufacturing with 80 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise.  As a privately held, financially secure, family-owned company, we are proud of our reputation for exceptional quality and customer service, safe driving records, and excellent CSA scores.  Our employees are the heart of our company, and many have built long-term careers here - nearly 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime!  For more information about East Penn Mfg., please visitwww.dekacareers.com.

 

Our hiring process may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help in the initial review of applications by identifying candidates whose qualifications best match job requirements. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All final hiring decisions regarding interviews and employment are made by our employee recruiting and hiring teams.

 

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

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Overview:

3 Day On-Site CDL Driver Interviewing Event

Thursday 11/19 from 9:00am-5:00pm

Friday 11/20 from 9:00am-5:00pm

Saturday 11/21 from 9:00am-1:00pm

 

Event Location: Maidencreek, PA Distribution Center

Address: 8697 Allentown Pike Blandon, PA 19510

 

Interviewing for CDL-A Regional Drivers and CDL-B Straight Van Drivers

CDL-A Regional Driver: Average Starting Salary of $100,000 per year

CDL-B Straight Van Driver: Average Starting Salary of $75,000 per year

Salary ranges are determined by mileage, stops, and return products.

Plus a $2,500 Sign-On/Retention Bonus!

 

No appointment necessary, walk-in's welcome!

 

To register, click the blue 'Apply for this job online' button to complete the registration and application process.

If you preregister, you may be contacted by a Personnel representative before the event to schedule an appointment time.

 

Any questions about East Penn Driver positions, contact us at 610-682-6361 ext. 3664 

Responsibilities:

CDL-A Regional Driver: Average Starting Salary of $100,000 per year

• Operate a diesel-powered tractor-trailer combination (up to 80,000 lbs GVW) or smaller vehicles when required.
• Deliveries will be within a 600 mile radius of Maidencreek, PA.

CDL-B Straight Van Driver: Average Starting Salary of $75,000 per year

• Operate a diesel or gasoline powered straight van (up to 46,000 lbs GVW) or smaller vehicles when required.
• Deliveries will be within a 300 mile radius of Maidencreek, PA.

All Drivers:

• Run routes designed to get you home every weekend and potentially multiple times during the week.
• Overnight travel required 3-5 nights per week.
• Assigned tractor - no slip seating.
• Deliver and pick up freight while engaging with customers to ensure outstanding service.
• Comply with all DOT and FMCSA regulations, including hours of service and vehicle inspections.
• Accurately log hours using an electronic logging device (ELD).
• Conduct pre-trip, inter-trip, and post-trip inspections.
• Operate vehicles safely and legally, utilizing all onboard safety features.
• Complete company paperwork (manifests, bills of lading, claims, trip reports).
• Load/unload freight using electric pallet jacks, liftgates, or dry vans.
• All trips are scheduled with return loads.
• Paid expenses include meals, license and endorsement renewals, DOT medical card, company provided cell phone and safety equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

• Class “A” or Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License.
• Safe Driving Record.
• Ability to meet DOT requirements. 
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Literate with good communication and math skills.
• Customer focused professionalism. 

Preferred

• Endorsements for Air Brakes and Hazmat (endorsements not required prior to employment but obtainment required during probationary period) Training provided.

East Penn Benefits:

East Penn offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry:

• Competitive compensation
• Espenses, including meals, paid
• Company cell phone
• Paid on-the-job training
• Annual bonus
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Life insurance
• 9 paid holidays and 10 days of paid time off
• Employee assistance programs
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities