Local Delivery Driver, CDL-A

About the Role

Food and food‑service delivery drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Drivers ensure customers receive products at the arranged times and in good condition, while representing the company and building lasting relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co‑workers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Function as a team member and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
• Conduct all required safety checks (pre‑ and post‑trip) and inspections of tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company standards.
• Report safety issues, repairs, and hazards immediately.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; perform count checks and verify customer invoices.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach pre‑loaded trailers as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items to designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage‑control checks, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders per company policy.
• Verify delivery with the customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, complete necessary paperwork, and bring items to driver check‑in.
• Unload all equipment and materials, remove trash from trailers, and keep the loading dock area clean.
• Complete daily hours‑of‑service records and log entries in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor and loading dock area, keeping trailers clear and clean.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL‑A.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Meet all state licensing and certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass a road test.
• Current DOT Health Card or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to hand‑lift and operate two‑wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move and stack product cases ranging from 10‑35 lb up to 60‑90 lb, depending on location.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Additional benefits and growth opportunities

Pay

$400.00 per day

Schedule

Early starts from Monday to Saturday, working 4 to 5 days per week. Local routes with occasional overnights.