CLASS A DRIVER

Shelby American, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Class A Delivery Driver to join their team. This role involves safely delivering products to local businesses in San Jose, CA, while ensuring exceptional customer service. You'll manage loading and unloading, verify deliveries, and maintain effective communication with dispatch and customers. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class A license and a strong commitment to safety and service. Join a company that values its employees and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Profit Sharing

Employee Anniversary Bonus

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A Driver License is required.
• High level of customer service and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver products to local businesses.
• Load and unload products while interacting with customers.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Driving Skills

Education

Valid California Class A Driver License

Tools

Scanners

Navigation Tools

Dollies/Hand Truck

Job description

Description

CLASS A DELIVERY DRIVER - San Jose, CA

BiRite Foodservice Distributors is a third generation, family-owned company that offers you a Complete Foodservice Solution. We offer unsurpassed service to all areas of foodservice throughout the greater Bay Area and Sacamento. Since 1966 we have focused on being the best foodservice partner in the Bay Area. We remain committed to serving our community with quality products, timely deliveries, and competitive pricing.

The Class A Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering products to local businesses. The Driver loads, unloads, delivers, and returns products while frequently interacting with BiRite customers. The Driver will report to the Transportation Manager and Supervisor.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive and operate truck owned by the Company
• Load and unload product from truck
• Verify deliveries with customers for accuracy
• Scan all products and obtain invoice signatures from customers once a delivery has been completed
• Follow the daily assigned itinerary, meet delivery schedules and ensure deliveries are made to the correct address, in a timely manner and as instructed
• Fill out the return sheet in a timely manner and submit it to Driver Check In
• Must communicate with routing, dispatch, and managers of any events/changes to deliveries, itineraries, injuries, vehicle and routing issues
• Establish positive working relationships and communicate effectively with customers
• Follow all DOT regulations and safety protocols
• Must comply with Company timekeeping policies

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Valid California class A Driver License is required
• Prior Class A commercial driving experience is a plus
• Clean DMV record is required, must be able to submit a current 5-year DMV Driver's Record
• As of 1/6/2023, The Department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is now in effect, all applicants must create a profile at fmcsa.dot.gov before being hired
• Employment offer is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen
• High level of customer service and attention to detail, such as, but not limited to placing deliveries in an authorized location by the customer. Ensure deliveries are accounted for and acknowledged by the customer prior to leaving the area
• Must have good listening skills, verbal communication skills and follow Manager instructions
• Successfully complete required background screenings
• Can read and speak the English language sufficiently as required by the FMCSA
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Ability to use lift gate, dollies/hand truck, scanners, navigation
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, squat, turn/twist body, push and/or pull, stand, kneel and walk

Working Conditions:

• This is a customer facing role - ensure great customer service from warehouse to front door
• Safety sensitive position - random, post accident and suspicion drug/alcohol tests are administered.
• Must be able to safely drive in adverse weather conditions.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with various start times ranging from 12:00 AM to 5:00 AM

*work hours will vary daily and are subject to change based on operational needs*

Salary Range: $32.00 to $35.00 per hour, DOE

Location: San Jose, CA

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (after completion of 60-day introductory period)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching (after 6 months of continuous service)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Anniversary Bonus (5-year increments)
• Employer-Paid Basic Life and Basic AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Benefits
• Profit Sharing (after 1 year of continuous service)

*** BiRite is an Equal Opportunity Employer ***