CDL-A Driver

Job Description

Job Description

On-The-Road CDL-A Driver

Pay: Depends on experience level $25/hr+

Description:

• This position operates tractor trailer and/or other assigned vehicles to transport freight over long distances, ensuring on-time deliveries, compliance with safety regulations, and excellent customer service. This position could require extended periods away from home on occasion.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 3-5 years of related driving experience
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English
• Current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Clean Driving Record. Must pass Clearinghouse search on a yearly basis.
• Current Medical Card.
• Forklift and Electric Jack experience preferred. Must be able to safely manipulate vehicles around moving co-workers with extreme care.
• Must have the ability to become certified on forklift and pallet jack.
• Willing and able to work with food allergens including but not limited to peanuts, shellfish, wheat, soybeans, milk and eggs.

Job Duties:

• Performs required daily pre-trip and post-trip inspection checklists and immediately report any needed repairs.
• Delivers finished goods primarily to the Northeast & New England Region with occasional deliveries to the Mid-west (Occasional Florida run may be required).
• Follow all DOT rules and regulations.
• Ensure that inside and outside of vehicle is clean.
• Hauls bulk, sacked, or palletized ingredients / products to customers and other company locations as directed by Logistics Manager.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from truck by hand, forklift or electric pallet jack.
• Record mileage from company trucks and tractors and report to supervisor.
• Ensure that trailer stand is positioned and secured when dropping a trailer at a dock.
• Keep accurate records as required manually.
• Keep accurate records of any additional information necessary for invoicing or cost analysis.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Benefits

If hired permanently, company benefits may include:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Referral program