Driver

Heritage Grocers Group Driver Position

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another. Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.

Position Summary

The Driver is responsible for safely delivering company's products in good condition and in a timely manner to ensure retail stores always have sufficient product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspect trailers and record any identified defects.
• Provide support to Shipping department with loading and unloading process of trailers and arrange trailers to maximize the yard space.
• Check trailers prior to pulling away from the dock doors.
• Follow all safety company policies and procedures, including maintaining good housekeeping, immediately reporting any issues, accidents or incidents. Responsible for completing online safety training each month as assigned.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Operate tractor-trailer in various driving environments and weather conditions between company facilities.
• Drive for extended periods of time.
• Maintain truck electronic logging device (ELD) logs according to state and federal regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor/trailer(s) and when stopped in route.
• Drop and hook trailer(s) and change equipment configurations as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

* Minimum of 2 years or more experience.

* Teamwork oriented and self-motivated.

* Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.

* Excellent attendance and safety record.

* Available to work weekends and overtime.

* Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, Team Member is required to sit for long periods of time. Additional requirements may include lifting material up to 50 pounds, frequently twisting, turning, reaching, pushing, and pulling; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.

Work Environment

As part of the job requirements, Team Member may work in varying weather conditions. Must be flexible with work schedule that supports a 24-hour production facility. Schedule may include weekends and overtime.

Important Disclaimer Notice

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change. Disclaimer: Pay Scale $24.00. The pay scale above is a good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code § 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.