Class A Driver

BakeMark; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Mon-Fri schedule

Weekends off

Warehouse facility growth

Job summary

BakeMark, a leading bakery ingredients manufacturer and distributor, is seeking a CDL Class A Driver in Kentucky to safely transport products to customer locations and distribution centers while complying with DOT regulations and company safety standards. Responsibilities include maintaining delivery receipts, communicating with branch management, and ensuring on-time, damage-free deliveries.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off and competitive benefits, including insurance

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet company and DOT requirements.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination, drug screening, and background check.
• Strong commitment to safety, customer service, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle and transport products to assigned destinations.
• Verify delivered products against invoices and document discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain delivery receipts and related documentation.
• Collect customer payments when required and according to invoice instructions.
• Maintain driver logs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Communicate with Branch Management regarding routes, deliveries, and issues.
• Load and unload products safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and ensure equipment condition.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Customer service

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

When it comes to baking, BakeMark’s secret ingredient is our people. For more than 100 years, BakeMark has built a reputation for excellence in quality, service, and partnership. Our success is driven by dedicated employees who are passionate about the baking industry and committed to delivering exceptional products and customer service.

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of bakery ingredients, products, supplies, and services, BakeMark operates 23 branches conveniently located throughout the United States. We foster a culture centered on Partnership, Performance, and Passion, and we are proud to support our team members with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Why Join BakeMark?

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with affordable employee contributions
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Monday-Friday Schedule with Weekends Off
• Opportunity to join our new warehouse facility and grow with an industry leader

Schedule

• 4-5-day workweek
• Monday-Friday
• Weekends off

Position Summary

The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for safely operating a commercial vehicle to transport products to customer locations, distribution centers, and other designated destinations. This position requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, company safety standards, and delivery schedules while providing outstanding customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle and transport products to assigned destinations.
• Verify delivered products against invoices and document any discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain delivery receipts and related documentation.
• Collect customer payments when required and according to invoice instructions.
• Maintain accurate driver logs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Branch Management regarding routes, deliveries, and issues.
• Load and unload products safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and other equipment.
• Safely operate warehouse and delivery equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, lift gates, loading docks, and ramps.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and industry best practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper condition of all assigned equipment.
• Take appropriate measures to prevent damage to company products, equipment, and facilities.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer requests and concerns to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Treat all internal and external customers with professionalism, courtesy, and respect.
• Support and uphold company policies, procedures, and values.
• Demonstrate accountability and understand how individual actions impact customers, coworkers, and the organization.
• Exemplify BakeMark’s core values of Partnership, Performance, and Passion in all assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet company and DOT requirements.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience (or as otherwise required by company standards).
• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination, drug screening, and background check.
• Strong commitment to safety, customer service, and professionalism.
• Ability to lift, load, unload, and move products as required.

BakeMark is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.