Delivery Driver -Class A - Olympia Domicile

About the role

We are currently looking for several local delivery CDL-A Drivers to join a fast-growing family-owned foodservice distributor. This is a union position with opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Accurately, safely, and efficiently deliver merchandise using hand-trucks, ramps, and/or lift gates to customers on a predetermined delivery route. May include delivering products up and down stairs and in all types of weather.
• Operate all working equipment safely and efficiently, including but not limited to hand truck, pallet jack, scanner, and printer.
• Provide the highest level of service and product integrity for every customer by safe and timely delivery of customer orders.
• Deliver and stack merchandise on customer premises.
• Accurately record delivery by verifying delivery of items with customers and obtaining proper signatures at the time of delivery.
• Practice Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines to reduce risks for crashes, injuries, and fatalities.
• Utilize onboard computer to appropriately record mileage, hours of service, and maintain driver log to adhere to state and federal Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
• Complete comprehensive pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections and DVIRs.
• Maintain legal weight limits and distributions.
• Practice defensive driving skills and proper body mechanics to ensure safe driving and delivering practices.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with all customers by providing face-to-face service with each delivery.

Requirements

• Safe driving record with a CDL Class-A License is required.
• 1 year of Class A driving experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Foodservice or Beverage delivery experience preferred.
• Ability to read/write/record data and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations is required.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing/walking during delivery activities.
• Frequent sitting throughout work shift.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 65 lbs., rarely up to 100 lbs., 3-4 feet from pallet to hand truck to offload area.
• Frequent pushing/pulling frequently up to 175 lbs., and occasionally up to 200 lbs. using both hands/arms, to transport loaded hand truck up/down curbs and stairs.
• Frequent steering and maneuvering gear controls and clutch to safely drive vehicle.
• In truck cab, trailer, or customer location 80% of the time; exposure to outdoors during delivery 20% of the time.
• Hazards include moving vehicles, equipment, slippery surfaces, noise, exhaust fumes, and exposure to various weather conditions during delivery activities.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid pension contribution.
• Paid vacations, paid sick leave, and company-paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

The pay range is between $27.95/hour to $34.94/hour.