Class A CDL Driver

Class A CDL Driver

Talon Logistics, Giant Eagle's transportation company, keeps the supply chain running smoothly and ensures our shelves are stocked with the great products guests want and expect. Class A CDL Drivers are responsible for the accurate, damage-free delivery of product via tractor trailers in an efficient and safe manner.

Join the team and experience the benefits of being a part of Giant Eagle. In this role at our Bedford, OH location, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn up to $75,000 annually including trip incentives!
• Work-Life Balance: Being home daily, a 40-hour workweek, and consistent scheduling, all help give our Drivers balance between work and personal commitments.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k with company match – we got your covered!
• Retirement Planning: Plan for your long-term financial security with a union pension plan + optional 401K with company match.
• Wellness Programs: Take advantage of our wellness programs, which include access to a free on-site gym, health screenings, and wellness challenges designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Job Requirements

• Experience Required: 3 to 5 years
• Experience Desired: Basic knowledge of DOT regulations; 1+ years Class A CDL driving experience; City driving experience; Electric pallet jack experience a plus
• Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Must have no commercial DUI/DWI on record, Must have no personal DUI/DWI on record within previous 5 years.
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Travel Required: Regional - Daily, More than 50%
• Age Requirement: At least 21 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Verify that the dock door and the trailer are safe and secured prior to unloading the trailer.
• Have flexibility in scheduling and the availability to work the times, shifts, days and overtime needed to meet the company's production needs.
• Meet and maintain established productivity standards.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules – including the safe operation of equipment, following all company policies for the return and delivery process and helping to maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Ensure the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is utilized at all times.
• Appropriately follow food safety procedures.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as needed and assigned.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to pass and maintain DOT medical requirements.
• Drive tractor trailers in a safe and courteous manner.
• Follow all local, state and federal driving laws and Department of Transportation regulations and promptly report all driving violations to company management.
• Load and unload pallets, products and equipment using pallet jacks according to proper procedures.
• Possess the ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 100 lbs.
• Build positive relationships with store personnel by working efficiently, assisting customers in the unloading process, communicating issues effectively and accepting feedback.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting in a professional, friendly and helpful manner while in the stores.
• Communicate with logistics and warehouse operations personnel to efficiently facilitate the dispatching process.
• Communicate with supervision regarding safety, equipment, damaged goods and any problems or issues that may arise.
• Perform safety checks on equipment at appropriate times, including trailer temperature checks.