Class A Driver

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hotel stays

Meal per diems

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver to perform pre- and post-trip inspections, load handling, and timely delivery in the Iowa City area. You will review orders, correct addresses, enter trip data, and keep paper logs as required.

Key duties include unloading with equipment (lift gates, pallet jacks), complying with FMCSA rules, resolving customer issues, and maintaining accurate paperwork. Paid hotel stays and meal per diems are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL (Class A)
• Pass written exam and road test
• Basic knowledge of DOT laws and UNFI safety standards
• Must be at least 21 years old

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Deliver and unload products, review orders for accuracy.
• Enter trip data into on-board computer and complete paper logs when needed.
• Ensure orders arrive in good condition and match the original order.
• Communicate professionally with customers and vendors.

Skills

Safe driving

Route planning

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Pallet jacks

Lift gates

Dock equipment

Job description

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, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

Additional Details

• 2 to 3 routes per week based out of Iowa City for dispatch, with 1 to 2 layovers.
• All trailers are equipped with power jacks, dock and lift gate deliveries.
• Paid hotel stays.
• Meal per diems.

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.
• 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.

Job Requirements

• 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).
• Ability to pass a written exam and road test.
• 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.

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.

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.

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