CDL A Delivery Driver

Dispatch schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 AM – 5:00 AM start. Home daily; no team runs or sleeper berth required.

About the role

Food and food-service delivery drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Our delivery drivers ensure customers’ products arrive at their destination on time and in good condition, while also serving as the face of our company—building lasting relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers to answer questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post-trip inspections) according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to meet company safety standards and report any issues or repairs needed.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines; immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; verify counts and customer invoices.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route schedules; unload products and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks, scan items, and contact supervisor about removing orders as per company policy.
• Verify delivery of items with customers and obtain proper signatures; collect payments (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are always appropriately locked/secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily records of hours of service and log entries in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor, loading dock area, and maintain clean trailers.
• Secure all equipment and complete end-of-shift paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 12+ months of commercial driving experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or state-approved equivalent.
• Valid CDL A license.
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure one.
• Able to hand-lift and use equipment (e.g., two-wheeler, lift gate) to move and stack product cases/freight ranging from 10–90 pounds throughout the shift.

Pay

Earning potential between $85,000 – $135,000 per year, averaging $94,000 annually.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.