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Core-Mark International · La Vergne, TN · 4 days ago
Management$31/hrFull-time

We Deliver the Goods: competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system. Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

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 at the arranged times and in good condition. They are the face of our company, building lasting relationships with customers.

The Driver, Hourly CDL-A is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products to customers safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, ensuring questions are answered accurately and timely. Functions as a team member and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip), including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; inspect to ensure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
  • Report all safety issues and/or required repairs.
  • Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies; immediately report all safety hazards.
  • Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices of loaded products.
  • Complete all required paperwork associated with freight accurately and legibly.
  • Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
  • Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
  • Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
  • Perform damage control checks on items, scan, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
  • Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures; collect money (cash or checks) where required.
  • Load customer returns onto trailer and secure trailer doors; ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured.
  • Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bring to driver check-in, and complete necessary paperwork.
  • Unload all equipment and materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
  • Complete daily record of hours of service and log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
  • Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
  • At the end of the shift, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
  • 1+ years of commercial driving experience.
  • Valid CDL-A.
  • Must be 21+ years of age.
  • Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
  • Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
  • Pass road test.
  • Attain or have a valid current DOT Health Card and/or be able to secure a new one.
  • Able to hand-lift and utilize a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift (product generally ranges from 10–35 pounds and up to 60–90 pounds, depending on location).

Pay

$31/hour plus component pay. Up to $500/month performance bonus.

Schedule

  • Monday – Friday.
  • Dispatch between 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM.
  • 4-day work week.
  • Optional overtime available.

Benefits

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

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