Truck Driver, CDL A

Class A Delivery DriverJoin our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Drivers supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Driver team today.Job Overview:As a Delivery Driver, your primarily responsible for delivering and unloading grocery products. Drivers also perform pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures.What does it mean to be part of the Class A Delivery Driver team?As a Class A Delivery Driver for UNFI, you will support the Howell, DC by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre- and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing timecards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Complying with FMCSA regulationsDelivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including tractor trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist deliveryOperating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the publicReporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/DepartmentKeeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure; reporting any defects promptly using DCVR formPicking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperworkAddressing and resolving customer problems as appropriateEnsuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial orderCommunicating professionally with customers and vendorJob Requirements:Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver's License (Class A)Ability to pass a written exam and road testBasic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI's safety standardsGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately availableBenefits:Excellent benefits that include: Medical (HSA & FSA), Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program401K Savings plan with matching contributionPaid time off and Paid HolidaysUNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.Company: United Natural Foods Inc.