Class A CDL Driver - Military veterans preferred

A Class A CDL Driver is responsible for the accurate, damage-free delivery of product via tractor trailers in an efficient and safe manner. Your work will help fill our stores' orders, meet delivery schedules and promote customer satisfaction.

Experience Required: None
Experience Desired: 1 to 3 years
Experience Desired: Basic knowledge of DOT regulations; One plus year(s) Class A CDL driving experience; City driving experience; Electric pallet jack experience; Electric pallet jack experience a plus
Education Desired: 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.