CDL Class B Local Driver

Gourmet Foods International; West Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed pay

Monthly safety bonus

Home weekly

Benefits package

401K match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Gourmet Foods International is seeking a Class B CDL Driver for NYC routes from GFI Northeast in West Caldwell, NJ. This full-time position involves local pickups and deliveries with touch freight and requires timely, accurate deliveries to NYC areas.

Responsibilities include pre-trip/post-trip inspections, log maintenance, and maintaining high standards of customer service while adhering to DOT safety regulations. We offer a competitive salary with strong benefits and home time.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL license required.
• Experience driving in New York City required.
• Ability to handle touch freight and lift/move freight up to 75 lbs as needed.
• Strong knowledge of NYC streets, traffic patterns, and delivery routes.
• Clean driving record and reliable, punctual performance.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform local pickups and deliveries throughout NYC and surrounding boroughs.
• Load and unload freight (touch freight required).
• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain delivery paperwork and logs.
• Provide excellent customer service at delivery locations.
• Follow all DOT and company safety regulations.

Skills

CDL Class B

NYC driving experience

Touch freight handling

Route knowledge NYC

Clean driving record

Customer service

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GFI Northeast - West Caldwell, NJ, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or GED, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Category: Transportation, Now Hiring: Class B CDL Driver | Home Every Day | NYC Routes

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Perform local pickups and deliveries throughout NYC and the surrounding boroughs


• Load and unload freight (touch freight required)


• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries


• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections


• Maintain delivery paperwork and logs


• Provide excellent customer service at delivery locations


• Follow all DOT and company safety regulations

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class B CDL License


• Experience driving in New York City required


• Ability to handle touch freight and lift/move freight up to 75 lbs. as needed


• Strong knowledge of NYC streets, traffic patterns, and delivery routes


• Clean driving record


• Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused


• Excellent communication and customer service skills

What We Offer

• Guaranteed minimum salary – best-in-class pay rates.


• Monthly safety bonus – up to $250.


• Home 2–3 days in a row each week- Home Weekly.


• Reset hours at home.


• Generous benefits package, including:


• Health, dental, vision


• 401K with company match


• Profit-Sharing Program


• Up to 34 paid days off


• Per diem for meals


• Paid hotel stays


• Paid Continuing education


• PAID Parental Leave


• Employee Discount


• Referral Bonus


• Accident Insurance


• Voluntary life insurance


• Voluntary long-term and short-term disability


• Company Paid EAP (Employee Assistance Program)


• Modern equipment – late-model trucks with XM Radio and Bluetooth.


• Dedicated routes – consistent schedules.


• Family-owned values with a national presence. We care about our team and treat you like one of our own.


• On-site, 24/7 maintenance support — no sitting for days waiting on repairs.

Availability

Candidates must be able to meet the scheduling requirements of the position. Depending on the role and business needs, schedules may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and/or travel. Specific scheduling and availability requirements will be discussed during the hiring process. GFI will consider reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gourmet Foods International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre‑employment drug screen, and a background check will be required for the hiring process. Background checks can include but are not limited to previous employment, education, and criminal records.