CDL-A Truck Driver- Ridgefield, WA

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Ridgefield, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Program

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to support the Ridgefield Distribution Center by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent stores. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections and manage paperwork, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

The role requires at least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience, a valid Class A CDL, and knowledge of DOT regulations. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills are essential to maintain

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ year verified tractor-trailer experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Basic knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Understanding of UNFI safety standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong shipping/receiving understanding.
• Good time management and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and unloading products using equipment such as tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, and load bars.
• Operate vehicle safely according to UNFI guidelines to minimize accidents and violations.
• Report any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department.
• Keep vehicles well maintained and report defects using DCVR forms.
• Pick up supplies and back hauls from vendors and complete related paperwork.
• Address and resolve customer problems as appropriate.
• Ensure orders arrive in quality condition and match the original order.

Skills

Class A CDL

Tractor-trailer experience

21+ years old

DOT knowledge

Safety standards

Communication skills

Shipping & receiving

Time management

Judgment under supervision

Education

Commercial Driver’s License Class A

Job description

UNFI is a critical link in North America’s food supply chain. Join our growing Distribution Center and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do?

Job Overview:

As a Class A CDL Driver for UNFI, you will support the Ridgefield Distribution Center by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including a tractor-trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery
• Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public
• Reporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department
• Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure, reporting any defects promptly using DCVR form
• Picking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork
• Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate
• Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial order

Education/Certification:

• Current Commercial Driver’s License, Class A
• Ability to pass a road test

Required skills and experience:

• Prefer minimum of one year verified experience operating a tractor trailer
• Must be 21 years of age
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates
• Understanding of UNFI’s safety standards
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Solid understanding of shipping and receiving functions
• Good time management skills
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

Job Overview:

As a Class A CDL Driver for UNFI, you will support the Ridgefield Distribution Center by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including a tractor-trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery
• Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public
• Reporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department
• Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure, reporting any defects promptly using DCVR form
• Picking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork
• Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate
• Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial order

Education/Certification:

• Current Commercial Driver’s License, Class A
• Ability to pass a road test

Required skills and experience:

• Prefer minimum of one year verified experience operating a tractor trailer
• Must be 21 years of age
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates
• Understanding of UNFI’s safety standards
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Solid understanding of shipping and receiving functions
• Good time management skills
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act.