CDL A Route Delivery Truck Driver

Coulter Services; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services in Chattanooga, TN seeks a CDL A Driver to deliver food and related products to restaurants, schools, healthcare, and retail customers safely and on schedule.

You will conduct pre-trip inspections, load and unload using pallet jacks and lift gates, maintain DOT logs, follow safety standards, and provide courteous service while communicating delays or issues.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A license and safe operation of commercial vehicles.
• Attention to detail for accurate order verification and safe product handling.
• Knowledge of DOT requirements and safety/compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate late-model tractors with refrigerated trailers and ensure safe transport of temperature-controlled products.
• Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Load, unload, and verify orders using pallet jacks, hand trucks, and lift gates.
• Maintain DOT-compliant logs and follow safety, compliance, and food handling standards.
• Provide courteous, professional service at each delivery stop and communicate issues or delays.

Skills

CDL A license

Safe driving

Attention to detail

DOT compliance

Customer service

Job description

CDL A Driver responsible for safely delivering food and related products to restaurants, schools, healthcare, and retail customers.

Key Duties

• Operate late-model tractors with refrigerated trailers and ensure safe transport of temperature-controlled products.
• Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Load, unload, and verify orders accurately, including use of pallet jacks, hand trucks, and lift gates.
• Maintain DOT-compliant logs and follow all safety, compliance, and food handling standards.
• Provide courteous, professional service at each delivery stop and communicate issues, delays, or customer concerns.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid CDL A license and ability to operate commercial vehicles safely.
• Strong attention to detail for order verification and safe product handling.
• Knowledge of DOT requirements and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to lift and handle freight using material-handling equipment.
• Reliable, safety-focused mindset with excellent customer service and communication skills.