Delivery Driver

Bulk Delivery Driver NUAlexandria, VA, US, 22311Pay Range: 26.00 - 26.45, depending on experienceRate Frequency: HourlyOur Secret Ingredient is our Teammates.We offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.Full Time Teammates are also eligible for:Paid TrainingPaid Time Off plus paid holidays401(k) with Company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basisEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Group Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision & DisabilityBasic and Supplemental Life InsuranceRefresh and Grow your Career with Us!Job OverviewThe Bulk Delivery driver is responsible for safely and efficiently operating diesel-powered tractor-trailers to transport and deliver products or materials in the packaged or palletized form to and from customer locations for local and regional distances following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and Company policies. This position unloads pallets loaded with the product within customer accounts, and repositions empty and loaded trailers, and interacts with customers and sales team while ensuring excellent service.Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform assigned pre-shift activities to ensure productive shift; review work schedules, checks equipment, and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, including the accuracy of the load, and prepare for operationsConduct a daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspection and in route safety inspection of truck and various trailers to ensure safe operation of all equipment according to FMCSA regulationsSafely and legally operates the tractor-trailer at all times following all applicable laws and Company policy. Check and complete required paperwork associated with freight, obtaining required signatures and documentation verifying cargo pick-up and deliveryEffectively trip plans using maps, GPS, written or verbal information to ensure efficient, legal, and on-time pick-up and delivery to meet scheduled door times. Use an electronic log to record daily hours of service following FMCSA, state, and Company requirements. Load and secure cargo against movement and damage within the trailer. Maintain seal control as requiredAbility to read and comprehend information related to the trip and being able to plan effectively for the trip; load and unload freight at customer locations using electric pallet jacks, manually or by other means, and foster relationships with team members and store personnel to eliminate any potential issues and maximize volume opportunitiesPerform needed post-shift activities including, couple and uncouple trucks from various trailers, slide tandems as needed, ability to raise and lower the loading gear, and open and close cargo doors, climb on and off the vehicle safely. Refuel truck with diesel, secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperworkKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesMust read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and the FMCSA regulationsMust be able to obtain and maintain a valid FMCSA physical certification with Interstate non-excepted classification within 60 days of entry into the positionMust be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) valid for Interstate driving using manual and automatic transmission within 60 days of entry into the position (timeline for a permit, license varies by location)Two (2) years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferredSales experience preferred.Lifting requirement of 50 lbsAbility to use a pallet jackMust be able to lower and raise loading gear, and open and close cargo doors, climbing on and off the vehicle in a safe mannerCapable of reading and understanding information related to trip and be able to plan effectively for the tripHand-held device also serves as cell phoneWilling to work varying shifts including over-night and early morningMinimum QualificationsKnowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experienceValid driver's license: excellent driving history – CDL required; Hazmat Certification where necessaryWork EnvironmentThe work environment will vary, including but not limited to exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may be non-temperature controlledEqual Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Nearest Major Market: AlexandriaNearest Secondary Market: Washington DC