Route Delivery Driver - Class A CDL

About the role

Based out of our Winchester KY shuttle point, you will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State Laws as they relate to DOT and any other applicable traffic regulations
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, apply knowledge of commercial driving regulations and maneuver vehicle on the road and on customer premises
• Maintain electronic driver log according to DOT regulations
• Maintain telephone contact with supervisor to receive delivery or pickup instructions
• Follow transportation policies, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel
• Avoidance of any violations of company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a valid CDL Class A License
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions
• Must be able to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs
• Must have strong communication skills with ability to communicate with management team, drivers, sales, and customers
• Must have basic math skills
• Must be self-motivated; customer-focused
• Must have active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive tractor trailer safely in adverse weather conditions, including darkness, rain, wind, snow, or ice
• Must be able to use dolly or hand truck in heavy lifting and shifting loads on wet, dry, icy, bumpy, or uneven terrain with frequent curbs and obstructions
• Must be able to load and unload product routinely at multiple customer sites daily

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Self-motivation
• Customer focus
• Active listening skills
• Independent thinking/decision-making skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Pension
• STD/LTD
• 401(k)

Pay

UP TO A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS BASED ON ELIGIBILITY MINIMUM BASE PAY AND STARTING PAY ARE $52,000/YEAR

Schedule

N/A