Herff Jones
Short-Haul CDL Driver
– Herff Jones
Position Title:
Short‑Haul CDL Driver
Location:
Arcola, Illinois
Starting Pay:
$55-75K base salary DOE
THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES
Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs.
Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.
Your Opportunity We are seeking a CDL Driver to join our team as part of a Short Haul, Not‑For‑Hire carrier operation. This role involves transporting materials between designated sites while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards. Our fleet operates under 26,000 lbs. GVWR, exempting us from certain requirements, but strict adherence to safety audit standards is essential.
Here’s How You’ll Make An Impact
Safely transport goods between distribution centers across state lines in full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Ensure accuracy of documentation, including packing lists and pallet manifests, to maintain seamless inventory control.
Communicate effectively with team members across multiple sites to guarantee timely and efficient deliveries.
Maintain meticulous records as required by DOT and company standards, supporting audits and operational transparency.
Support other warehouse operations as needed, including loading and unloading shipments, consolidating and staging pallets, and performing cycle counts.
What We Want You To Accomplish
Safely operate company vehicles for short‑haul deliveries between Illinois and Indiana.
Complete and maintain Driver Qualification file per DOT Regulation 49 CFR 391.
Maintain accurate driver logs (electronic logs not required).
Perform and sign off on daily vehicle inspections.
Provide proof of insurance and other documentation during audits.
Ensure compliance with all DOT and company safety requirements, including:
Enrollment in Drug and Alcohol Testing Consortium (if operating CDL‑required vehicle).
Maintain valid Driver Medical DOT Card (renew every 2 years).
Ensure USDOT #, MC#, and company name are displayed on both sides of the vehicle.
Carry required in‑vehicle safety equipment:
Mounted 5 lb. fire extinguisher
3 reflective cones or triangles
Extra assorted fuses
First aid kit
What You’ll Bring To The Table
Valid CDL license with clean driving record.
Ability to comply with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Strong attention to detail for documentation and inspections.
Previous short‑haul or local delivery experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent sitting, driving, and occasional loading/unloading.
About Herff Jones Indianapolis‑based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long‑term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to have that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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– Herff Jones
Position Title:
Short‑Haul CDL Driver
Location:
Arcola, Illinois
Starting Pay:
$55-75K base salary DOE
THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES
Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs.
Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.
Your Opportunity We are seeking a CDL Driver to join our team as part of a Short Haul, Not‑For‑Hire carrier operation. This role involves transporting materials between designated sites while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards. Our fleet operates under 26,000 lbs. GVWR, exempting us from certain requirements, but strict adherence to safety audit standards is essential.
Here’s How You’ll Make An Impact
Safely transport goods between distribution centers across state lines in full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Ensure accuracy of documentation, including packing lists and pallet manifests, to maintain seamless inventory control.
Communicate effectively with team members across multiple sites to guarantee timely and efficient deliveries.
Maintain meticulous records as required by DOT and company standards, supporting audits and operational transparency.
Support other warehouse operations as needed, including loading and unloading shipments, consolidating and staging pallets, and performing cycle counts.
What We Want You To Accomplish
Safely operate company vehicles for short‑haul deliveries between Illinois and Indiana.
Complete and maintain Driver Qualification file per DOT Regulation 49 CFR 391.
Maintain accurate driver logs (electronic logs not required).
Perform and sign off on daily vehicle inspections.
Provide proof of insurance and other documentation during audits.
Ensure compliance with all DOT and company safety requirements, including:
Enrollment in Drug and Alcohol Testing Consortium (if operating CDL‑required vehicle).
Maintain valid Driver Medical DOT Card (renew every 2 years).
Ensure USDOT #, MC#, and company name are displayed on both sides of the vehicle.
Carry required in‑vehicle safety equipment:
Mounted 5 lb. fire extinguisher
3 reflective cones or triangles
Extra assorted fuses
First aid kit
What You’ll Bring To The Table
Valid CDL license with clean driving record.
Ability to comply with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Strong attention to detail for documentation and inspections.
Previous short‑haul or local delivery experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent sitting, driving, and occasional loading/unloading.
About Herff Jones Indianapolis‑based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long‑term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to have that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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