CDL Tractor Trailer Driver

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc. is seeking a reliable Tractor Trailer Driver to operate FMCSA-regulated tractor-trailers for intrastate and interstate pick-ups and deliveries to Baldor facilities and vendors.

You will adhere to DOT/FMCSA rules, load/unload pallets, and maintain precise documentation to ensure on-time service. Responsibilities include safe operation of 53' equipment, pre/post-trip inspections, and clear communication with dispatch and customers.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License with a minimum of one year tractor trailer driving experience.
• Valid DOT Medical Card.
• Experience operating 53' tractor trailers.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English language sufficiently to comply with FMCSA/DOT regulations.
• Valid driving record with minimal infractions, in accordance to Company policy.
• Knowledge of products to ensure proper handling and quality control.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, routes, and delivery instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and pick up, of up to 24 pallets per route to and from vendors, customers, and Baldor locations, both intra- and interstate.
• Safely operate FMCSA-regulated tractor-trailers (53' equipment) in compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, and Company regulations.
• Utilize hand trucks, lift gates, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to load and unload pallets as required.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with DOT and Company policies.
• Accurately document all deliveries and pick-ups and obtain required customer/vendor signatures using electronic Bills of Lading (BOL) in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Maintain professional communication with dispatch, customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate service.
• Handle products and freight with care to ensure quality, safety, and integrity throughout transport.

Skills

CDL A

DOT Medical Card

53' Tractor Trailers

English Proficiency

Clean Driving Record

Product Knowledge

Customer Service

Safety Procedures

Job description

Job Overview

A Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for operating FMCSA-regulated tractor-trailers in intrastate and interstate commerce to safely and efficiently perform pick-ups and deliveries to and from vendors and Baldor facilities. This position requires strict adherence to DOT, FMCSA, and Company policies while ensuring on-time service, safe vehicle operation, and high standards of professionalism.

Brief Description

A Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for operating FMCSA-regulated tractor-trailers in intrastate and interstate commerce to safely and efficiently perform pick-ups and deliveries to and from vendors and Baldor facilities. This position requires strict adherence to DOT, FMCSA, and Company policies while ensuring on-time service, safe vehicle operation, and high standards of professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and pick up, of up to 24 pallets per route to and from vendors, customers, and Baldor locations, both intra- and interstate.
• Safely operate FMCSA-regulated tractor-trailers (53' equipment) in compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, and Company regulations.
• Utilize hand trucks, lift gates, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to load and unload pallets as required.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with DOT and Company policies.
• Accurately document all deliveries and pick-ups and obtain required customer/vendor signatures using electronic Bills of Lading (BOL) in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Maintain professional communication with dispatch, customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate service.
• Handle products and freight with care to ensure quality, safety, and integrity throughout transport.

Job Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License with a minimum of one year tractor trailer driving experience.
• Valid DOT Medical Card.
• Experience operating 53' tractor trailers.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English language sufficiently to comply with FMCSA/DOT regulations.
• Valid driving record with minimal infractions, in accordance to Company policy.
• Knowledge of products to ensure proper handling and quality control.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, routes, and delivery instructions accurately.

Work Schedule

• Ability to work up to 6-day work schedule including weekends and holidays
• Start times determined by route assignments and operational requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 80lbs.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions without reasonable accommodation.

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci's, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Benefits

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floati
  ng holidays
• Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee discounts on Baldor products
• Commuter Benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.

EEO Statement

Baldor believes in equal employment opportunity for all. We continue to build a culture of belonging where everyone is important within a more inclusive workforce and a better world. It is our policy that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. Baldor will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

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