KeHE Company Over the Road (OTR) Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Responsibilities

DROP-N-HOOK TO AND FROM OUR DC'S. RUNNING TO AZ/CA/OR

The Over-the-Road Intercompany Class A Driver safely and efficiently transports KeHE products, equipment, and other authorized freight between KeHE distribution centers, consolidation points, suppliers, customers, and approved third-party locations. The driver primarily supports intercompany network capacity and may also haul external, backhaul, or brokerage freight when assigned under the applicable operating authority. The role operates dry and temperature-controlled tractor-trailer equipment across multi-state routes while protecting product integrity, meeting appointments, maintaining accurate records, and providing timely exception communication. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least 21 years of age and legally qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements required for assigned equipment and freight.
• Two years of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience, including at least one year of multi-state or OTR experience; a lower experience threshold may be approved only if it meets KeHE safety and insurance standards.
• Current DOT medical qualification and ability to satisfy all pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing and FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements.
• Experience with refrigerated or food-grade transportation, intercompany shuttle, relay, linehaul, or private-fleet operations preferred.
• Experience with drop-and-hook networks, live appointments, backhauls, and third-party shipper or receiver requirements preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The driver must be able to safely enter and exit tractor and trailer equipment; sit and drive for extended periods; couple and uncouple equipment; open and secure trailer doors; connect air and electrical lines; perform inspections at ground level and around equipment; and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier effort as allowed by policy and reasonable accommodation. Work occurs in warehouses, yards, docks, highways, customer sites, and outdoor conditions that may include heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, noise, traffic, and uneven surfaces. The position is primarily no-touch linehaul but may require freight checks, pallet or load securement, and limited handling necessary to protect the load.

SCHEDULE AND HOME-TIME FRAMEWORK:

Routes are expected to operate in approximately two-week dispatch cycles. Drivers may be away from their home domicile for 10-14 consecutive days and may take qualifying rest periods in the sleeper berth or at an approved location. Scheduled home time should be defined before recruiting and communicated consistently; dispatch may include nights, weekends, holidays, and changes caused by service, weather, maintenance, or lawful hours-of-service constraints. The driver must never be directed or expected to violate HOS rules to meet an appointment.