CDL A or B Driver (Warehouse)

MARTIGNETTI COMPANIES; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Martignetti Companies is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver to service customers on a scheduled route in Connecticut. You will deliver products to businesses, maintain high levels of customer service, and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Typical duties include 28–32 stops per day, unloading 150–1200 lbs per route, and using a forklift or pallet jack as needed. Must be 21+, have a valid CDL/driver's license endorsements, and read/speak English.

Qualifications

• 3 years route driving experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Understand highway traffic signs and signals.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
• Basic computer experience or knowledge a plus.
• Able to lift cases averaging 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customer locations on a scheduled route.
• Deliver to 28-32 stops on average.
• Unload a range of cases from 150-1200, depending on route.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and two-wheeler as needed.
• Walk up and down ramps and stairs at liquor stores, bars, and restaurants.
• Ensure safety rules are observed and DOT/OSHA regulations followed.
• Maintain appropriate drivers' license and endorsements.

Skills

Route driving experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Operate hand truck

Forklift experience a plus

English language

Work in all weather

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Two-wheeler

Job description

Description

Position Overview:

Delivery Driver will deliver products to businesses on a scheduled route or intermittently. Establish and maintain high levels of customer service.

Please note, Martignetti Companies of Connecticut is moving to a new location located in Meriden, Connecticut within the year. Employees who are working at the Stratford location are expected to continue working at the Meriden location once we complete the transition.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for delivering product to customer locations.
• Deliver to an average of 28-32 stops.
• Unload a range of cases from 150-1200, depending on route.
• Depending upon volume, delivery vehicles will be operated by a single driver or driver accompanied by a helper.
• Walk up and down ramps and stairs (tight cellars) of liquor stores bars, and restaurants.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and two-wheeler.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
• Maintain appropriate drivers' license and endorsements
• All loads are picked by seniority (bidding system) daily.

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to demonstrate effective use of safety rules including proper lifting.
• Ability to lift cases averaging 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder height.
• Ability to operate a two-wheeled hand truck, pushing and pulling weights exceeding 150lb
• Forklift experience a plus, but not necessary
• Respond to official inquiries and make entries on reports and records
• Able to work in all weather conditions.

Education/Experience/Training:

• 3 Years route driving experience
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Understand highway traffic signs and signals
• Basic computer experience or knowledge a plus
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Physical Demands and Environment:

• Work is strenuous in nature requiring frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds and the regular lifting of objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds
• Work requires the employee to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl or reach as may be necessary to accomplish tasks
• Work requires moderate concentration to effectively execute varied tasks with some level of complexity
• Work requires travel and exposure to weather conditions while visiting customers, prospects or vendors
• Potential for accidents due to over the road travel including traffic accidents, delivery of goods or the set up of display

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels they belong. We act on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. We also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities.

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NOTE:

This job description covers the essentials but isn’t exhaustive. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks or duties to help meet the evolving needs of our organization.