CDL-B Local Route Driver | Fast, Reliable Delivery

Freshpoint; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshpoint in Gastonia, NC is seeking an experienced route delivery driver responsible for daily routes, loading and unloading, and maintaining safety standards under the Transportation Department Manager.

You will operate in a cross-dock model, assist with loading and palletizing, and ensure accurate deliveries with proper signatures while adhering to DOT rules. Strong customer relations are essential as you represent the company on every stop.

Qualifications

• One-year route delivery experience or equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class B (Class A preferred).
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently for customer communication.
• Must comply with DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Familiarity with palletizing and loading-in and unloading-out processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects.
• Runs routes efficiently, meeting or exceeding designated route times.
• Unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated storage areas.
• Lift, push, or move product up to 75 pounds; stack pallets and move with hand carts.
• Verify delivery with customer and obtain signatures; report discrepancies.
• Communicate errors/returns and handle shorts with customers professionally.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT and Sysco policies.

Skills

Route delivery experience

CDL Class B

English language proficiency

Customer relations

Safety compliance

Education

High School or GED or equivalent

Job description

Freshpoint in Gastonia, NC is seeking an experienced route delivery driver responsible for daily routes, loading and unloading, and maintaining safety standards under the Transportation Department Manager.

You will operate in a cross-dock model, assist with loading and palletizing, and ensure accurate deliveries with proper signatures while adhering to DOT rules. Strong customer relations are essential as you represent the company on every stop.