Class A Driver

Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc.; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in ice distribution is seeking a dedicated Delivery Driver. The role involves delivering ice using articulated vehicles, ensuring safety and customer satisfaction. Candidates must have a Class A CDL license and a strong commitment to safety and service. Experience in route delivery is preferred, and the position requires physical capability to lift and manage ice products in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL driver's license.
• Three years previous route delivery driver experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a clean company truck safely.
• Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer locations.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and comply with regulations.

Skills

Customer Relations

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reddy Ice utilizes the U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Please make sure you are registered with the "Clearinghouse" in order to be considered for employment with Reddy Ice.

Please click here to view "A Day in the Life of a Driver" at Reddy Ice.

POSITION PURPOSE:

This role accelerates business values by delivering ice to customers in articulated vehicles (tractor-trailers) that require a CDL Class A license. Drivers are either assigned a delivery route or transport truckloads of ice to specific customer locations. The delivery region, route, and type of equipment operated is subject to change depending on business needs. Drivers are expected to physically unload, deliver, fill and rotate ice at the customer locations.

Demonstrates our “True North” attributes: voice of the customer, respect for the individual, no nonsense communication and utilization of facts, servant leadership and has a continuous improvement mindset in every facet of leadership and daily interaction. Leads, collaborates and demonstrates the lean principles and utilizes the lean methodologies and tools to facilitate continuous process improvements and value creation for our customers, employees and shareholders. Actively utilizes lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, A3, etc.) to inform and assess business opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Lead and participate in Kaizen and value stream mapping activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain a clean company truck in a safe and professional manner.
• Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer and other designated locations using a safe, courteous, and service-oriented method.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections, comply with state/federal hours of service requirements, and operate the vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Participate daily in the Daily Visual Management (DVM) process; reviews DVM results with other drivers.
• Produce invoices for each delivery and complete all other required paperwork.
• Responsible for the safe operation, working condition, and inventory of all driver “tools”, including: handhelds, printers, handcarts, and handtrucks.
• Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.
• Pick up equipment as directed.
• Ability to perform other operational duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and processes.
• Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential. We value honesty and integrity above all else and we expect our employees to be committed to the highest ethical standards.
• Maintain high safety standards. Safety is personal for us all.

The following metrics indicating the amount of ice that is moved daily and weekly by a delivery driver.

Delivery Driver Metric - Ice Volume for Job Description

Pallets to be delivered each day16

# of 7 lb. bags per pallet 300

Total bags of Ice delivered per day (#7 Lb Equivalent)2,100

Total bags of Ice delivered per 5 day week10,500

Tons (ICE) delivered daily10.5

Tons (ICE) delivered weekly52.5

*This is a general outline based on a 10 Pallet truck and a 5 day work week.*

ESSENTIAL MENTAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Ability to work in an unfatigued state
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance
• Ability to quickly store and recall instructions in one’s short term memory
• Ability to concentrate and perform tasks involving high levels of cognitive function and judgment
• Ability to cope with sudden changes in surrounding and/or emergency situations and/or alarms
• Demonstrate a caring, committed and concerned attitude about safety
• Possess fast reflexes and unimpaired coordination and ability to rapidly respond to stimuli
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform required functions
• Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions

CONTACTS:

Internal: CSM, CSR’s/Dispatchers, Location Manager (if at spoke), Lead Driver (where applicable), Forklift Operators

External: Customers and warehouse personnel

OPERATING RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position requires a Class A CDL drivers license. This is a professional driver position and must drive safely and courteously at all times. Must possess a clean driving record.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

No lead or supervisory responsibility.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have a High School education or GED.

Three years previous route delivery driver experience preferred.

A minimum of one year experience as a driver in a vehicle similar to which you will be assigned to operate during the time of employment with the company is required.

Must have basic math skills and exceptional customer relations skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to drive in stressful environments. Unloads, loads, and rotates product in merchandisers. Required to lift 40 lbs throughout the day. Required to work in all weather conditions.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY, FUNDS AND INFORMATION

This position has direct responsibility for property, funds and information. This individual must adhere to and follow all corporate policies and procedures.