Commercial Driver's License Driver - Class B

Opportunity Food Group; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Opportunity Food Group seeks a dedicated CDL Driver with a Class B license to operate refrigerated straight trucks and ensure safe, on-time deliveries across designated routes. You will be the face of our transportation team, loading, unloading, and coordinating with dispatch while upholding the highest safety standards.

The role is typically Monday-Thursday with occasional Fridays, home daily, and offers benefits including health and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B license with clean driving record.
• Experience operating refrigerated straight trucks.
• Experience with route planning and on-time deliveries.
• Ability to load/unload freight safely using equipment when required.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and freight regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate refrigerated straight trucks on designated routes.
• Load and unload freight using forklift or related equipment.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety and maintenance.
• Manage routes to meet delivery schedules while following traffic laws.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving hours and deliveries.

Skills

CDL Class B

Refrigerated trucks

Route planning

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Driver with a Class B license to join our transportation team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate refrigerated straight trucks to ensure the safe and timely delivery of freight across designated routes. As a CDL Driver, you will be the face of our company on the road, responsible for delivering goods efficiently while maintaining the highest safety standards. Your expertise in truck driving, route management, and load handling will drive our success and customer satisfaction. This role is typically Monday-Thursday with occasional Fridays as needed, Home daily.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial straight trucks
• Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment like forklifts when necessary, ensuring proper handling and securing of cargo.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles to identify maintenance needs or safety issues.
• Manage route driving efficiently to meet delivery schedules while adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Load and unload freight accurately, verifying shipment contents against delivery documentation.
• Maintain detailed logs of driving hours, deliveries, and vehicle inspections in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers to coordinate deliveries and address any issues promptly.

Experience

• Proven experience operating commercial vehicles with a valid Class B CDL license.
• Hands-on experience with manual transmission trucks preferred.
• Familiarity with operating refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, dump trucks, and roll-off trucks is highly desirable.
• Prior delivery driver experience involving freight handling and route driving is essential.
• Ability to load and unload cargo safely using forklifts or other equipment when required.
• Knowledge of safety protocols related to trucking operations and freight transportation regulations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for accurate record keeping and compliance documentation. Join us as a CDL Driver and become an integral part of a team committed to delivering excellence on every route!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person