CDL-A Driver

Vistar; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vistar is seeking a CDL-A Driver to deliver and unload food products to customers across intrastate and interstate routes. This role emphasizes safety, on-time delivery, and customer interaction as the face of the company.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of commercial driving experience, with familiarity with POD scanning and onboard systems such as PeopleNet. Day 1 benefits and competitive pay are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Experience with onboard computer systems and electronic logs (e.g., PeopleNet).
• Experience with hand-held POD scanning systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre/post trip safety inspections and report issues.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies at all times.
• Ensure freight is properly loaded and secured and paperwork is accurate.
• Maintain daily records and hours-of-service compliance.
• Interact professionally with customers and coworkers to ensure smooth deliveries.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Customer service experience

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

POD handheld scanner

Job description

BENEFITS DAY 1

Mon-Fri schedule - NO WEEKENDS

Early morning dispatch - Occasional layovers/overnight shifts

Pay Rate: $33/hr

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 much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Job Description

BENEFITS DAY 1

Mon-Fri schedule - NO WEEKENDS

Early morning dispatch - Occasional layovers/overnight shifts

Pay Rate: $33/hr

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 much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Purpose:

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers!

The CDL-A Driver 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 for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Job Functions

Major Functional Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety check (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times. Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork and procedures at end of shift. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complies with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements, adhering to DOT, state, and company policies.
• Upholds overall safety standards and follows guidelines for the proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

Required Education:

• High School Diploma/GED or

Equivalent Experience Required

Work Experience:

• 6 Months - 1 Year Commercial driving experience
• Foodservice distribution industry experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD)
• Customer service-related work experience

Compensation

$33/hr