CDL A Truck Driver

Misfits Market; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation time

Life insurance

Annual grocery box credit

Job summary

Misfits Market is seeking a Class A CDL Delivery Driver in Dallas, Texas, responsible for transporting freight from fulfillment centers to cross docks. The role demands safety compliance and professionalism while representing the company on the road.

Applicants must have a valid Class A license, a clean driving record, and at least two years of tractor-trailer driving experience. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a competitive hourly rate of $30.00.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Valid Class A Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Must possess a valid DOT required medical card.
• Two years of previous tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Comfortable operating a tractor-trailer in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight from fulfillment centers to cross docks for last-mile delivery.
• Comply with all DOT and Misfits Market safety standards.
• Operate a Class A commercial vehicle in compliance with regulations.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately including delivery logs.
• Maintain open communication with dispatch and report any issues.

Skills

Tractor-trailer driving experience

Communication

Safety compliance

Flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2023, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food.

Core Values

• Thinking Differently
• Moving deliberately and quickly
• Doing more with less
• Respecting one another
• Taking initiative and delivering

How you’ll support our operations

As a Class A CDL Delivery Driver, you are a crucial member of our operations team, responsible for transporting freight, including customer orders, from our fulfillment centers to our cross docks for last-mile delivery. Operating a Class A company vehicle, you will navigate designated routes, delivering products with a commitment to safety and on-time performance.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Competitive hourly rate—$30.00 per hour.

What you’ll be doing

• Complies with all DOT and Misfits Market safety standards at all times. This includes but is not limited to: wearing your seatbelt when the vehicle is in motion, safely exiting and entering the flow of traffic, using hands-free cellular features, and obeying all traffic laws.
• Act as a representative of the company, operating a company-provided tractor-trailer with professionalism and courtesy to other drivers.
• Operate a Class A commercial vehicle in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Prioritize safety in all aspects of driving, loading, and unloading.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation accurately, including delivery logs, invoices, inspections, and hours of service logs. Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation for each delivery.
• Maintain open communication with dispatch, warehouse, and leadership. Report any delays, issues, or changes in delivery schedules promptly.
• Operation of computer/internal freight monitoring systems required.
• Flexibility with scheduling and the ability to adapt to changes in delivery routes or schedules. Available for around the clock shifts to accommodate freight movements.

What you have

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Valid Class A Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Must possess a valid DOT required medical card and be registered with DOT.
• Two years of previous tractor-trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a state certified and licensed truck driving school.
• Comfortable operating a tractor-trailer in all types of weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to.
• Ability to sit, stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice for you to have

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
• Experience working in a food-based environment.