Transit Driver
Gordon Food Service · Newtown, CT · 1 wk ago
Management$42/hrFull-time
About the role
In this position, you will be transporting loaded and empty trailers, singles or doubles, from GFS Distribution Centers or from point-to-point via night transit. Night shifts mean you'll be home every day, and there's no touch freight required. Feel safe and secure at a company that values and respects you. Newly licensed drivers are encouraged to apply!
Schedule
- Sunday – Thursday
- Start times range between 7–9:30pm and work until finished
Pay
- Component Pay: Pay per day and per trip
- Drivers are averaging $42 per hour!
Benefits
- Affordable benefits plans start day one!
- Weekly pay
- Wellness reimbursement
- Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
- 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS – start your career here!
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- Class A CDL License at hire
- Minimum of 2 years driving experience with your class A
- Must have prior experience operating double trailers
- Doubles (T) endorsement required
- No Auto Restriction; must be able to operate a 10 speed transmission
- Must be able to push and pull up to 50lbs (connecting trailers)
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English (to read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, company website information related to benefits, updates, complete paperwork and follow verbal instructions)
- Successfully pass a drug test that will assess drug usage (including marijuana) and a background check
- Clean driving record; as required by DOT and Gordon Food Service standards
- You must be registered through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent in order to be considered for employment