Class A Truck Driver

jimenez-site; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Jimenez Mexican Food is seeking a driver to operate delivery vehicles and transport cargo to customers. You will collect cargo from the distribution center, deliver on a predefined route, and maintain electronic logs to confirm deliveries.

You will also collect signatures, handle cash receipts when required, and keep the vehicle clean and maintained for safety. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, following routes precisely, documenting logs, and complying with DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a driver, training will be provided.
• Proficient in math
• Basic computer skills for maintaining inventory logs and database
• Able to adapt to changing routes if needed
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays if needed
• Organizational skills and time management
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Valid driver license with decent driving record.
• Able to work 8+ hours per week.
• BILINGUAL (SPANISH)

Responsibilities

• Practice safe driving habits
• Follow all state and national safety regulations and standards
• Accurately follow routes, maps, and directions
• Load cargo
• Keep exterior of vehicle clean and presentable
• Maintain and report vehicle equipment; oil, fill gas tank, perform general motor vehicle maintenance as needed for safety
• Clean windows, windshields, and mirrors as needed
• Keep interior of vehicle clean of debris and clutter
• Load and unload vehicle
• Collect payments, document amount, and offer receipts when necessary
• Complete documentation such as logs, mileage, or cargo and passenger reports
• Follow schedules and rerouting in a timely manner when faced with traffic or congestion
• Touch Freight
• Follow DOT Standards

Skills

Proven working experience as a driver

Proficient in math

Basic computer skills for maintaining

Able to adapt to changing routes

Able to work nights weekends and

Organizational skills and time

Good communication skills

Problem solving skills

Valid driver license with decent

Able to work 8+ hours per week

BILINGUAL (SPANISH)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

About Jimenez Mexican Food

A family owned brand dedicated to providing the highest quality brand products above all. Started over 40 years ago, the company's belief is that one should not compromise on the ingredients that are used to make the best tasting chorizo and longaniza possible.

Job Summary

We are looking for a driver to operate vehicles and transport cargo for our company. A driver typically works to collect cargo from our distribution center and deliver them to our customers. They will need to maintain electronic logs to track their route schedule and confirm deliveries. Their job is to operate a delivery truck or van in a safe, efficient manner to deliver cargo to customers within a prearranged route. They will also be responsible for collecting signatures from recipients when delivering cargo and collecting cash and or checks from customers. You will also maintain vehicle upkeep and cleanliness.

Essential Job Duties

• Practice safe driving habits
• Follow all state and national safety regulations and standards
• Accurately follow routes, maps, and directions
• Load cargo
• Keep exterior of vehicle clean and presentable
• Maintain and report vehicle equipment; oil, fill gas tank, perform general motor vehicle maintenance as needed for safety
• Clean windows, windshields, and mirrors as needed
• Keep interior of vehicle clean of debris and clutter
• Load and unload vehicle
• Collect payments, document amount, and offer receipts when necessary
• Complete documentation such as logs, mileage, or cargo and passenger reports
• Follow schedules and rerouting in a timely manner when faced with traffic or congestion
• Touch Freight
• Follow DOT Standards

Skills and Experience

• Proven working experience as a driver, training will be provided.
• Proficient in math
• Basic computer skills for maintaining inventory logs and database
• Able to adapt to changing routes if needed
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays if needed
• Organizational skills and time management
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Valid driver license with decent driving record.
• Able to work 8+ hours per week.
• BILINGUAL (SPANISH)

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Work Environment

• Driver will be driving for majority of their shift
• Comfortable working with customers

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing, sitting and walking.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds at a tim

Company Description

Must have worked with Raw materials in a cold environment.