Class A CDL Driver - Phoenix AZ

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing bonus

Annual safety incentive

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) seeks a CDL Class A Driver assigned to the Phoenix area, shuttling to Riverside DC. You will deliver and unload products, verify orders, and maintain logs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a valid CDL, medical card, and DOT knowledge, with emphasis on safety and timely deliveries. Strong communication with customers and vendors is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A) and a valid medical card.
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and UNFI safety standards.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Good judgement in autonomous work situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Deliver and unload products to customers as per UNFI procedures.
• Review paperwork for accuracy and correct addresses.
• Enter trip data into on-board computer and complete logs as required.

Skills

CDL Class A

Delivery driver

FMCSA regulations

Education

CDL Class A

Tools

On-board computer

Job description

At United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), we know people thrive when they can do what they enjoy. We take our mission of discovering top talent and serving our associates seriously. That's why we hire the brightest and most passionate individuals. Our goal is to keep you fulfilled, happy, and continually learning. UNFI is seeking motivated individuals to fill our Driver careers.CDL- Class A Truck Drivers are needed for our growing company! Our Truck Drivers are responsible for delivering products to customers, loading and unloading the truck in a safe and timely manner according to UNFI procedures, minimizing delays and reporting problems, and picking up supplies and back-hauls from vendors. Please note that this position is for our domicile in Phoenix AZ. Initially will be a vacation relief role shuttling between Phoenix and our Riverside DC.

Job Responsibilities

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 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.

Additional Functions Include:

• Complying with FMCSA regulations
• Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including 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
• Communicating professionally with customers and vendors

Benefits

UNFI takes great care of our employees, so we want our benefits to work for you!Great work-life balance, pay & conditions

Drive for UNFI— the best route delivery job there is!

• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Excellent 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Annual safety incentive programs
• Local and regional route options
• 90% of deliveries are dock stops
• 4 or 5 day dispatch cycles
• Short replacement cycles for our state-of-the-art fleet
• On-board satellite communications with paperless logs and trip reports
• Private transportation company, not for hire

Job Requirements

As a Delivery Driver, you must have solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions and display good time management, computer, and math skills. It is also important that you have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Our successful drivers require specific certifications, knowledge, and experience as outlined below:

• Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver’s License (Class A and CDL Drivers require respective licensing)
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI’s safety standards
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.