CDL A - Delivery Truck Driver

CDL-A Delivery Truck DriverDrive with purpose. Build a career with Gold Star Foods.Gold Star Foods, a division of GS Foods Group, is a leading foodservice distributor specializing in serving K–12 schools and communities across the United States.We do more than deliver food—we help make sure students have access to the meals they depend on every school day. Our drivers are an essential part of that mission and one of the most important connections between Gold Star Foods and the customers we serve.We know great service starts with great teammates. At Gold Star Foods, we are committed to creating a workplace built around Service, Teamwork, Accountability, and Results where drivers are valued for the important work they do every day.Why Drive for Gold Star Foods?Monday–Friday scheduleNo weekend routesLocal delivery routes with daily home timeConsistent, year-round work serving schools and community partnersEstablished organization with opportunities to growSafety-focused work environmentSupportive Transportation and Operations teamsWork that makes a difference in the communities we serveBe part of a growing national foodservice organizationPosition OverviewThe CDL-A Delivery Truck Driver is a key member of our Transportation team and is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering food and related products to our customers.Drivers operate commercial motor vehicles on assigned routes, make deliveries and pickups at school sites, warehouses, and other customer locations, and provide professional service at every stop.This is a hands-on, touch-freight position. Successful drivers are safety-minded, dependable, customer-focused, comfortable with physical work, and able to manage their routes efficiently while meeting all DOT and company requirements.What You'll DoSafely operate a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with all federal, state, local, DOT, and company requirements.Complete assigned delivery and pickup routes safely, accurately, and on schedule.Load, unload, and properly secure products and cargo.Perform touch-freight deliveries at customer locations.Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.Identify and report mechanical, equipment, or safety concerns promptly.Maintain accurate driving records and Hours of Service documentation using an Electronic Logging Device (ELD).Follow assigned routes, maps, delivery instructions, and customer-specific requirements.Maintain regular communication with Transportation management and Dispatch regarding route status, delays, customer concerns, accidents, injuries, or other issues.Follow all company safety procedures and safe-driving practices.Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with customers, teammates, school personnel, and the public.Protect company equipment and customer products from damage.Maintain cleanliness and general condition of assigned equipment.Follow all applicable DOT/FMCSA regulations and company transportation policies.Perform other duties as assigned.What We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsMust be at least 21 years of age.Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A).Current and valid DOT Medical Certificate, as applicable.Minimum one year of Class A commercial driving experience.Ability to provide required 10-year driving/employment history in accordance with DOT and company requirements.Must meet company Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) standards.Must successfully complete a company road test or equivalent qualification process.Must meet all applicable DOT/FMCSA driver qualification requirements.Ability to safely perform touch-freight deliveries.Ability to read and understand maps, route instructions, safety information, and delivery documentation.Strong communication and customer-service skills.Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to safety.Ability to work independently and manage an assigned route effectively.Must successfully complete required pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, MVR review, drug/alcohol testing, and other DOT-required screenings, as applicable.Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.Preferred QualificationsPrevious foodservice, route delivery, or multi-stop delivery experience.Previous touch-freight experience.Experience operating commercial vehicles in local or regional delivery environments.Familiarity with ELD systems and DOT Hours of Service requirements.Schedule & Work EnvironmentMonday through FridayNo regularly scheduled weekendsTypical dispatch between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.Drivers work until their assigned route is completed.Start and end times may vary depending on route, customer requirements, traffic, weather, operational needs, and other business conditions.This position requires driving in varying traffic and weather conditions and making deliveries at multiple customer locations throughout the workday.Physical Demands & Working ConditionsThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial motor vehicle and to frequently enter and exit the vehicle throughout the route. The teammate may also be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach above shoulder height and below the waist, push, pull, carry, and lift products or equipment as required to complete deliveries. This is a touch-freight delivery position and requires regular physical activity associated with loading, unloading, and moving products. Proper lifting and material-handling techniques must be used at all times. The teammate must also be able to safely work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and other weather conditions encountered during deliveries.Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Working conditions and physical demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED: The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.Affirmative Action Statement:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.