Class A CDL Driver - Gilroy, CA - $5000 Sign-On Bonus!

UNFI; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading distribution center as a Class A CDL Driver in Gilroy, CA, where you will support the logistics network by delivering a variety of products. Enjoy a competitive salary, a $5000 sign-on bonus, and employee benefits after 30 days. Candidates must possess a Commercial Driver’s License and have strong communication and time management abilities.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits after 30 days including medical, dental, and vision

401K

Paid-time off

Weekly pay checks

Qualifications

• One year verified experience operating a tractor trailer preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and unload products utilizing equipment, including a tractor-trailer.
• Perform pre and post-trip inspection of vehicle.
• Ensure customer orders arrive in quality condition.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Good time management skills

Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law

Education

Current Commercial Driver’s License, Class A

Job description

Class A CDL Driver - Gilroy, CA - $5000 Sign-On Bonus!

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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? Apply now, what are you waiting for!

Job Overview:

As a Class A CDL Driver for UNFI, you will support the Gilroy 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
  
  

Who should apply?

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 judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available
  
  

Benefits:

• Eligible for benefits after 30 days of employment including medical, dental and vision
• 401K
• Paid-time off
• Weekly pay checks
  
  

Schedule:

• Full Time/Days, Nights, Weekends & Holidays, guaranteed 2 consecutive days off
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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