Backhaul Driver

National DCP; Midland (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company</n

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, holiday

Company-paid life, AD&D, disability

Tuition discount program

Discount programs

Job summary

National DCP, LLC is seeking a Backhaul Driver to transport freight from supplier locations to NDCP warehouses. You will operate tractor-trailer units, perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and ensure delivery paperwork is complete and accurate.

The role requires a Class A CDL, a clean MVR, at least six months of CDL experience, and the ability to read maps and communicate effectively. You must meet FMCSA requirements and work a night/day shift, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
• FMCSA driver qualifications read and speak English sufficiently.
• Current Class A CDL and Medical card required.
• Minimum six months Class A CDL driving experience; food industry preferred.
• Clean MVR and ability to operate manual/automatic transmission.
• Ability to read maps and navigate routes safely; DOT regulations knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service mentality.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates tractor-trailer to transport product to destinations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; ensure paperwork is complete.
• Assist with loading/unloading and securing freight at supplier locations.
• Maintain logs and communicate delivery status with transportation personnel.
• Ensure cleanliness of truck cab and proper documentation for deliveries.
• Report vehicle maintenance issues; adhere to DOT regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Decision making

Good communication

Map reading/navigation

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

On Board Computer/Electronic Log System

Manual/Automatic transmission operation

Refrigeration unit operation

Job description

Overview

Location: Bellingham, MA

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Night/Day hours

Overview:Join National DCP, LLC (NDCP) as a Backhaul Driver, you will be responsible for transporting and delivering freight from third-party supplier locations to NDCP warehouses safely, and on time. This position requires working in environments withvariation in temperature and humidity (e.g., dry, cooler and freezer areas of the trailer, along withchanging outdoor weather conditions.)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly pay: $0.72/mile
• Solo routes

Benefits you can count on:

NationalDCP offers a robust benefits suite check out our career page for our full list of benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑ and long‑term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, discretionary) & paid holidays and more!
• Additional benefits: employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition discount program, and more!

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

1. 1. Safely operates a tractor trailer truck that transports product to and from specified destinations.
2. 2. Conduct a proper pre-trip inspection to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.3. Ensures delivery-related paperwork is in order before departing the Distribution Center ortransportation hub.4. Prepares, receives and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery of products.5. Assists with the loading of trailer at supplier locations. 6. Detaches loaded trailer and picks up empty trailers in a safe manner into store locations. 7. Maintains proper logs of travel and product according to Federal, State and DOT regulations.8. Maintains contact with applicable operations transportation personnel to communicate any delivery problems or delays.9. Ensures the cleanliness and presentation of the interior of the truck cab.10. Conducts a proper post-trip inspection to ensure equipment is in good working order to minimizedelays the following day.11. Timely reports any vehicle maintenance or malfunction issues to the appropriate TransportationSupervisor.12. Utilizes a high level of customer service in serving as the primary NDCP point of contact betweenthe Distribution Center and the supplier.

Qualifications

Qualifications you bring:

1. 1. High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred
2. 2. Must satisfy all applicable FMCSA driver qualification requirements, including the to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and complete required ability reports and records.3. Current Class A CDL and Medical card required4. Minimum of six (6) months Class A CDL driving experience. Experience driving in the food industry ishighly preferred5. Clean motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with NDCP’s hiring requirements
3. 6. Ability and willingness to operate a manual and automatic transmission tractor7. Ability to safely operate a refrigeration unit and a lift gate8. On Board Computer/Electronic Log System experience preferred9. Ability to read a map and/or follow written directions to navigate assigned routes efficiently andsafely10. Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations and Commercial Motor Vehicle requirements11. Excellent interpersonal skills and exceptional customer service mentality12. Ability to work effectively in an individual and team environment13. Effective decision-making skills and sound judgement14. Ability and willingness to work varying work schedules, as needed, to support NDCP’s operation

Equal Opportunity Employer: NDCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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