DRIVER CLASS A

GENERAL PURPOSE


This position is responsible for the safe, on-time delivery and pickup of linens using company-assigned Class A vehicles-including trailers, box trucks, or cargo vans.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate CDL Class A vehicles (trailers, box trucks, cargo vans) to deliver and retrieve linen from customer sites on assigned or alternate local routes
• Deliver carts (metros) efficiently and collect signed delivery tickets at each location
• Reconcile deliveries and pickups to ensure counts match manifests
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance issues promptly
• Maintain delivery vehicle cleanliness and refuel at end of each shift
• Comply with DOT regulations, traffic laws, and all company safety policies
• Maintain a professional appearance in full uniform and deliver outstanding customer service
• Navigate challenging traffic conditions or weather while meeting delivery deadlines
• Communicate route issues or customer concerns to the Logistics Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid CDL A license and current DOT medical card
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Highly punctual, responsible, and deadline-driven
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised 90% of the time
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Must meet all DOT pre-hire requirements
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays

WORKING CONDITIONS

AMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITY


Inside work: protected from weather conditions


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Outside work: no effective protection from weather


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Both inside and outside work: activities occur both inside and outside an office enclosure


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Extreme cold: below 32 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a day


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Extreme heat: above 100 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a day


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Noise: employees must shout to be heard over ambient noise level (hearing protection required)


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Vibration: exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Potential hazards: moving parts, electricity, gas, scaffolding, chemicals, etc.


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Terminal viewing: extended viewing of screens


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Atmospheric conditions (in non-confined spaces): fumes, odors, mists, gases, poor ventilation, etc.


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Oils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Respirator: use of a respirator is required


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Physical stamina: due to emergency or workload demands, subject to extended work hours requiring stamina beyond normal demands or levels


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


None: employee is NOT substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (work occurs in typical office or administrative environment)


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER

ACTIVITY

FUNCTION

AMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITY

Essential

Non-Essential

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently


Standing (on a hard surface)


X

X


Stairs


X

X

Walking


X

X


Sitting


X

X


Twisting


X

X


Stooping


X

X


Crouching


X

X

Talking


X

X


Hearing


X

X


Reaching


X

X


Seeing


X

X


Balancing


X

X

Pushing up to 500 lbs.


X

X

Pulling up to 500 lbs.


X

X

Grasping


X

X


Lifting or carrying up to 70 lbs.


X

X

Moving (continuous motion)


X

X


Using precise hand movements


X

X


Reasoning or solving problems


X

X

Reading


X

X


Writing


X

X


Performing mathematical calculations


X

X

Adhering to deadlines under pressure


X

X


Learning or retaining technical information


X

X

Interacting with customers or visitors


X

X