CDL Route Driver - On-Time Deliveries & Customer Service

PDI (Perishable Distributors of Iowa, LTD.); Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits Package

Quarterly Bonus

401K match

Job summary

PDI (Perishable Distributors of Iowa, LTD.) in Ankeny, IA seeks a Route Driver to operate semi-tractor and trailer, ensure proper temperature control, and deliver to customers on schedule.

Requires CDL, DOT certification, 21+, high school diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years semi-driving, and reefer experience. Pre-employment screenings and a drug test are required. Competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL license and DOT certification.
• 21 years of age or older.
• 1–2 years of semi-driving experience.
• Reefer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate semi-tractor and trailer safely to scheduled destinations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain electronic logging device and hours of service compliance.
• Complete paperwork, load information, and return documentation.
• Provide customer service at store locations and handle product placement.
• Handle contract shipments and backhauls, verify counts and temperatures.
• Notify dispatcher of changes and discrepancies.

Skills

CDL and DOT knowledge

Customer service

Verbal communication

Reading/writing for paperwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited truck driving school preferred

Job description

PDI (Perishable Distributors of Iowa, LTD.) in Ankeny, IA seeks a Route Driver to operate semi-tractor and trailer, ensure proper temperature control, and deliver to customers on schedule.

Requires CDL, DOT certification, 21+, high school diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years semi-driving, and reefer experience. Pre-employment screenings and a drug test are required. Competitive pay and full benefits.