CDL A Local Reefer Delivery Driver in Kent, WA

Quality Custom Distribution (QCD), the private fleet for Golden State Foods is hiring CDL A Delivery Drivers in Kent, WA. Drivers will haul and deliver multi-temperature control goods (frozen, refrigerated, and ambient) to restaurants across the greater Kent, WA area. QCD sets the standard in safety, service, innovation, and operational excellence. If you are looking for reliable home time, a 4-day work week, competitive pay, and great benefits, experience the QCD difference, it’s not just a job, it’s a career!
*This position requires touch freight and food service experience
Compensation
Average Annual Pay: $73,000-$105,000 Hourly Rate: $35

Paid via direct deposit weekly
Benefits & Perks
Great Union benefits starting on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee-Funded 401k
Teamsters Pension
Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, and bereavement
Accrual of 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked and 1 week of vacation in the first year
9 paid holidays

Home Time, Route, & Schedule
Home Daily!
Schedule: 4 days on / 3 days off (Must be able to work Sat and Sun)
Dispatch between 3 PM – 6 PM, Average 11–13 hours per shift
Route: Make deliveries across the greater Kent, WA area Drivers make anywhere between 14-18 stops per day

Level of Touch: Unloading Freight at each drop off location Delivering and down stacking product in-store via electric dolly or hand truck

Equipment
Late model 36–53 reefer trailers
automatic reefers
Electric Pallet Jack/Hand Dolly
Lift gates - rear and side – 100% lift gates, no ramps!
Additional Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service and maintain accurate delivery records
Perform deliveries solo or with a team
Navigate various delivery conditions (cold, rain, snow, heat) and maneuver vehicles in difficult situations, such as narrow passageways.
Unloads/loads product at store with assistance from store personnel.
May be required to perform product backhaul when returning from dispatched route.
Follow all DOT safety and compliance standards, including pre and post-trip inspections and maintaining driver records/logs.

Qualifications
Must have a valid CDL A license and current DOT Medical card.
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a minimum of 1 year driving tractor-trailer experience
High school diploma or GED preferred
No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years
Must be able to frequently lift/handle cases ranging from 5-75 pounds.
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 75 lbs and deliver in all weather
No DUI/DWIs in last 10 years
Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations
Must be able to pass a MVR, pre-employment drug screen and background check
Must be able to work holidays, nights, and weekends if needed
Must be team player effectively communicate to maintain positive customer relations climate with other drivers/warehouse personnel/customers/supervisors.
Hiring drivers within 50 miles of Kent, WA

Founded in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution (QCD) is a division of Golden State Foods that provides custom foodservice distribution to top restaurant brands across the U.S. With 20+ strategically located DCs and 17,000+ weekly deliveries, QCD is a fast-growing, people-first company headquartered in Irvine, CA.
Our business philosophy actively supports our associates through our four Core Values:
Treat others like you want to be treated.
Make the best product.
Give the customer a fair deal.
Maintain the highest standards.