Delivery Driver

Barefoot Student; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Lakes Foods in Northfield, MN is seeking a full-time onsite driver to operate a tractor-trailer, deliver orders to customer sites, and unload using a two-wheeler, while maintaining DOT compliance.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, complete logs and paperwork, ensure safety, and build strong service relationships with customers; regular attendance and reliable performance are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a tractor-trailer and unload using a two-wheeler.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Strong customer service and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer to deliver orders to customer sites.
• Unload products using a two-wheeler and place items in designated areas.
• Complete required paperwork, DOT logs, and DVIRs; perform safety checks.

Skills

Driver

DOT regulations

Customer service

Safety checks

Tools

Two-wheeler

DOT logs

DVIR

Job description

Upper Lakes Foods

Northfield, MN, USA

18 hours ago

Full-time Onsite

The primary function of this position is to drive a tractor trailer and manually unload, using a two-wheeler on metal truck ramps, various products (meat, produce, frozen foods, dry goods, supplies) to customer sites while providing excellent customer service. It is further required that the above function be completed in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

• Perform all pre-trip responsibilities including: obtaining and reviewing driver itinerary for assigned deliveries, checking customer invoices of products that have been loaded, completing required trailer temperature checks and performing pre-trip safety check inspections of trucks and trailers according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders to meet the scheduled customer times and maintain adequate productivity rate to meet delivery schedules. Unload products from the trailer using a two-wheeler and place items in designated customer storage areas.
• Perform all post-trip responsibilities: unloading damaged goods and customer returns and completing necessary paperwork; performing safety checks on the truck and trailer, fueling, parking and securing the tractor/trailer and two-wheeler, completing DOT logs (electronic or manual as required) and company vehicle maintenance reports (DVIR) and turn in all paperwork as required by company.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Company, and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
• Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, of others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.
• Requires regular attendance to perform essential element as contained herein between the assigned start and end times for work.
• Performs such individual assignments as management may direct