CDL A Driver Apprentice

Farmland Fresh Dairies, LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading family-owned food distributor as a delivery driver! This exciting role involves driving a 48ft tractor trailer to deliver fresh products while providing excellent customer service. With paid training provided for recent CDL graduates, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in a supportive environment. You'll enjoy a competitive pay rate, potential bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be part of a team that values integrity and service, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Training

Commuting Expense Assistance

Annual Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and unload heavy boxes manually.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products on assigned routes while maintaining schedules.
• Ensure excellent customer service during deliveries.

Skills

Customer Service

Safe Driving

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand Truck

48ft Tractor Trailer

Job description

About the Organization
We are one of the largest family-owned food distributors in the tri-state area. Our quality and freshness standards are supported by the most stringent supply chain disciplines. Our care and passion for health is demonstrated by the qualifications we demand in every product bearing the Farmland Fresh Dairies name: no hormones added, rBST free, antibiotic free milk supply, local sourcing, purity, and superior taste.

Our relationships are based on trust, integrity, and family values. We serve and enhance our communities. We support our associates to be the best they can be and champion excellence and continuous improvement. We believe in teamwork and work closely with our partners in an open environment to create "win-win" relationships. We believe it is a privilege to serve. We are always looking for talented individuals that are passionate about innovation and providing an outstanding customer service experience.

DESCRIPTION

OVERVIEW:

We serve a wide range of customers including public and private schools, hospitals and nursing facilities, restaurants, independent grocers, supermarket chains, and specialty retailers. Our relationships are based on trust, integrity, and respect. We believe it is a privilege to serve and we strive to exceed our customers' expectations. If you are a hardworking individual that is committed to service, we want you on our team.

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a delivery position responsible for driving a 48ft Tractor Trailer, delivering and unloading various products for our customers. Overtime hours, working weekends and holidays, and starting at various evening start times are required in order to successfully meet customers' needs.

ARE YOU A RECENT CDL GRADUATE? THIS IS A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED, WE PROVIDE PAID TRAINING!!!

****CDL CLASS A REQUIRED****

**MUST BE WILLING TO COMMUTE TO NEWARK, NJ FOR TRAINING*****

COMMUTING EXPENSE ASSISTANCE PROVIDED TO RESIDENTS OF BROOKLYN, QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, AND BRONX

BENEFITS:

• $24.00/hr
• Annual performance bonus up to $10,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, and Life Insurance
• Time off Package which includes: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays

SCHEDULES:

• Dispatch times: 6pm-7:30pm
• Shift end times: 4am-6am
• Weekends required (every Saturday and Sunday)
• Days off: Two consecutive days in the middle of the week
• Shift: 10-12 hours per day, approximately
• Stops per route: 20-30 depending on location and route

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver product within assigned route schedule and time windows
• Maintain Department of Transportation rules
• Unloading of merchandise by the use of hand trucks
• Provide an excellent customer service experience by meeting customer needs during delivery
• Operate a commercial truck safely
• 21+ years of age
• Operate 48 ft. Refrigerated Tractor Trailer with the supervision of an experienced company driver throughout NYC, NJ, and CT based on assigned route.
• Successfully complete required hours of training and pass all required work, safety knowledge, and driving assessments.
• Tractor Trailer Apprentices: 800 hours of training

Position Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License with a "clean" driving record
• Possess and able to present a valid (non-expired) interstate DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate Card
• Ability to unload 50lbs-60lbs boxes from the truck manually
• Ability to push or pull 100lbs-200lbs with a hand truck
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Shift: Evenings

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Rate: $24.00/HR

This position is currently accepting applications.