Local Class A Truck Driver

Local Class A CDL Driver

Are you a hardworking, motivated, self-starter with a strong desire to be part of a stable, supportive, fast paced team? We offer opportunities for a long-term career, with consistent hours and opportunity for growth.

Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers:

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Overtime is available
• Dedicated Employee Development Team to assist with career growth
• Opportunities for advancement
• A leadership team that works alongside you for continued support
• Employee recognition programs

Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers employer paid:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance plan
• Vacation and sick time
• 9 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous 401(k) match

About Us!

We work closely with our customers to create unique flavor elements to ice cream bases and yogurt preps. Many of our ingredients end up in easily recognizable brands on the store shelf as we produce for both international corporations as well as smaller, local brands. Our Research and Development is done in-house so we get to witness the whole process from ideation to creation. We support regional trade organizations, source locally when appropriate and help to bring healthy food to peoples tables.

Department: Warehouse

Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular Full-time

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Schedule: Day shift, primarily Monday through Friday; overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on business needs. Home daily.

Job Summary: The Local Class A CDL Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of finished goods, raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and other materials between Ever Fresh Fruit Company facilities, third-party warehouses, customers, and suppliers. This is a local, day-shift position with the driver returning home daily. In addition to driving responsibilities, this position supports warehouse and shipping operations as needed, including loading and unloading, forklift operation, load securement, documentation, and compliance with food safety and transportation requirements.

Essential Functions:

1. Safely transport finished goods, raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and other materials between company facilities, third-party warehouses, customers, and suppliers
2. Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections; identify and promptly report mechanical, maintenance, or safety concerns
3. Plan and follow efficient routes while meeting scheduled pickup and delivery appointments and communicating delays or issues promptly
4. Maintain required driving, mileage, fuel, delivery, and other transportation documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
5. Operate commercial motor vehicles in compliance with applicable DOT/FMCSA requirements, size and weight restrictions, route requirements, hours-of-service rules, and company policies and procedures
6. Safely maneuver tractors and trailers into docks, loading areas, and other designated locations
7. Collect, verify, and return delivery instructions, bills of lading, seals, and other required shipment documentation
8. Immediately report accidents, violations, product damage, temperature deviations, equipment defects, or other transportation concerns

In addition to the primary driving responsibilities, the driver will be expected to perform the following with limited supervision:

1. Operate a forklift and assist with loading, unloading, staging, and routing finished goods or materials to appropriate storage locations as needed
2. Inspect load conditions and verify pallets, materials, and load securement are safe and appropriate prior to transit
3. Maintain compliance with food safety and product integrity requirements, including sanitary trailer conditions, proper trailer temperatures, required seals or locks, and applicable product storage specifications
4. Maintain assigned equipment in a clean and professional condition and gather, verify, and return all required load and delivery documentation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Proficient in forklift operation or able to obtain company forklift certification
2. Previous Class A tractor-trailer driving experience; two or more years required
3. Comfortable using electronic equipment and software used for transportation, navigation, communication, and record keeping
4. Ability to safely perform local pickup and delivery work while meeting scheduled appointments
5. Working knowledge of applicable commercial motor vehicle rules and regulations
6. Acceptable motor vehicle record in accordance with company and insurance requirements
7. Ability to adapt to unexpected situations including traffic, weather, schedule changes, and customer or facility delays
8. Ability to meet applicable DOT/FMCSA driver qualification and drug and alcohol testing requirements
9. Experience with refrigerated or temperature-controlled freight and food distribution/manufacturing environments preferred
10. Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required
11. Current DOT Medical Examiners Certificate required
12. Effective time management and organizational skills
13. Effective verbal and written communication skills
14. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and remain professional under pressure
15. Ability and willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends when business needs require

Working Conditions/Physical Factors:

1. May be exposed to a loud warehouse, manufacturing, loading dock, and transportation environment
2. May be exposed to moving equipment, vehicle traffic, mechanical hazards, temperature changes, and outdoor weather conditions
3. Must be able to work in an environment containing food allergens including nuts, milk, wheat, and other ingredients
4. Must be able to sit and drive for prolonged periods and periodically stand or walk for extended periods
5. Frequently required to use hands and arms to operate vehicle controls, open and close trailer doors, handle load securement devices, and perform related duties
6. Must be able to safely enter and exit tractors and trailers, climb steps, bend, reach, twist, and maneuver around loading and warehouse areas
7. Frequently required to communicate with warehouse personnel, customers, suppliers, third-party facilities, and other drivers
8. Frequently required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 65 pounds
9. May be exposed to refrigerated, freezer, and ambient warehouse environments and moving mechanical equipment

Other Duties as Assigned:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.