Class A Driver

J.Polep Distribution; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Matching

Safety bonuses

Sick Time

PTO time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

J. Polep Distribution Services in Scarborough, ME is seeking CDL-A drivers for daytime, local routes delivering groceries to convenience stores. Home every night with weekends off. Route is local with daytime shifts and a consistent schedule.

Benefits include Life Insurance, Disability coverage, 401(k) matching, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. Quarterly safety bonuses and PTO are offered. GED accepted for education level.

Qualifications

• Clean driving record required with Class A CDL and DOT medical card.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Ability to operate a tractor/trailer safely and comply with state regulations.
• Accurate and timely delivery and documentation.”
• Ability to communicate with support staff and customers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dry, refrigerated and frozen products to stores and other outlets.
• Load and unload using hand truck, manage returns and refuse disposal.
• Operate Class A tractor/trailer safely and follow DOT/state rules.
• Coordinate with support staff on deliveries and issues.

Skills

Good work ethic

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Independence

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Team orientation

Education

GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Scarborough ME - Scarborough, ME, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: GED, Salary Range: $32.00 - $32.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day Shift, Job Category: Transportation, J. Polep Distribution Services is one of the largest distribution operations servicing the Convenience Store Market in the Northeast. We are looking for exceptional drivers to join our team at our Scarborough, ME operations center.

Drivers are responsible for safely and efficiently delivering grocery, tobacco, food service and other items to convenience stores. Routes are sent out daily and drivers are home every night and off on weekends.

Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $32.00/hour Permanent position with a consistent daytime schedule
• Monday - Friday
• Local, regular routes – Home every night. You will have nights and weekends off!
• Life Insurance / Long & Short-term disability insurance
• 401K Matching
• Quarterly safety bonuses offered
• Sick Time and PTO time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance offered

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver dry, refrigerated and frozen products to convenience stores, gas stations and other retail establishments. Products are floor loaded and delivery is made using a hand truck Service accounts by collecting returns, refusals and empty containers
• Operate a Class A Tractor/Trailer combination safely and in compliance with DOT and state regulations
• Communicate with support staff on any issues of delivery, product or collection
• Utilize on-board computer for management of driver logs, deliveries, and communications

Qualifications

• Good work ethic
• Strong attention to detail
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License and current DOT medical card (REQUIRED) with clean driving record
• Excellent driving, delivery and customer service skills
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Able to work independently
• Able to lift packages up to 50 lbs. and make deliveries with a hand-truck
• Comfortable working with customers as well as sales, accounting and other departments
• MUST have excellent punctuality every day
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work

Education, Knowledge, and Experience Desired

• Knowledge of DOT regulations
• Execute assigned duties in a safe manner. Drive, lift, and deliver in a way to not cause harm or loss to yourself, the products or equipment in your charge, or others you meet. Comply with all DOT regulations
• Execute assigned duties in an accurate manner. Ensure that orders are delivered to the correct customer and are complete. Collect payments in the manner and amount required. Maintain correct paperwork
• Execute assigned duties in an efficient and timely manner. Complete all assignments within the proscribed time allowed
• Execute assigned duties in a customer friendly manner. Drivers must interact with a variety of customers and be able to complete the delivery to the complete satisfaction of the customer.
• Customer Service is of the utmost importance.

This is a GREAT opportunity for the right person to get into a fantastic company.