CDL A Driver - SYGMA - Indianapolis, IN

Sysco; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a CDL A Driver, where you will play a crucial role in delivering products safely and efficiently. This position involves operating a tractor trailer to transport goods to various customers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while adhering to safety protocols. You will build strong relationships with customers through excellent service and maintain compliance with all regulations. If you are a skilled driver with a passion for customer satisfaction and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a reputable company that values your contributions and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport products from the warehouse to customer locations.
• Unload products and ensure timely deliveries according to routes.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer.

Skills

Driving over long distances

Customer communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Safe lifting and delivery practices

Handling hazardous materials

Education

High school diploma/GED/equivalent

Tools

Tractor trailer

Hand cart

Job description

CDL A Driver - SYGMA - Indianapolis, IN

POSITION SUMMARY:

To serve our customers by safely and efficiently transporting product from the warehouse by driving a tractor trailer to various customers and properly delivering and unloading product according to customer invoices and company standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Safely transports product from the warehouse to the customer location and ensures product is delivered on a timely basis, according to assigned route.
2. Unloads product from trailer, by hand or using hand cart down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions and places in designated customer storage areas according to customer specifications and company standards.
3. Picks up, loads and unloads damaged goods and customer returns, and transports products back to SYGMA warehouse.
4. Ensures all paperwork is completed according to established company and governmental guidelines.
5. Ensures all food safety protocols are met according to established guidelines and maintains sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer.
6. Follows preferred work methods at all times, and immediately advises management team of any unsafe conditions.
7. Maintains and safely operates all assigned equipment.
8. Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent and courteous service.
9. Communicates with management team regarding any deviations to route, trailer or loading issues and/or customer or product issues.
10. Safely transports product picked up via backhauls and line hauls.
11. Works assigned schedule and works outside usual work schedule as needed to meet customer needs.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/GED/equivalent degree, plus 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of: DOT regulations; Hazmat guidelines; Safe lifting and delivery practices.

Skill in: driving over long distances; communicating with customers; solving problems.

Ability to: drive a tractor-trailer unit in various conditions; meet or exceed productivity levels; handle hazardous materials; perform basic math functions; effectively plan and organize work activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit, talk and hear; frequently required to lift, push, or move product that weighs up to 50 pounds by hand and push/pull up to 350 pounds with a hand cart.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; may be required to work in confined spaces.

NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO/AA Employer

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.