Delivery Driver-Class A-Kent, Wa - Hiring Bonus DOE

Harbor Foodservice of Seattle LLC; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 38,503 - 48,133; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Union benefits

Job summary

Harbor Foodservice of Seattle LLC is seeking Class A - CDL Delivery Drivers in Kent, WA. As a key team member, you will deliver products safely while ensuring the highest customer service standards. This position offers a competitive pay range of $27.95 to $34.94 per hour, with benefits including company-paid medical/dental/vision and other perks. Candidates must have a valid CDL Class A, a safe driving record, and strong communication skills. Join our growing team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A required with a verifiable safe driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver merchandise using equipment like hand trucks.
• Accurately record deliveries and customer signatures.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.

Skills

Safe driving record

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Defensive driving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand truck

Pallet jack

Onboard computer

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for several Class A - CDL Delivery Drivers to join our fast-growing, family-owned foodservice distribution company - one that's truly obsessed with your success. As a Delivery Driver, you'll be a key part of a supportive team that works hard, celebrates wins, and takes pride in delivering excellence.

Hiring Bonus – DOE

This is a union position with company paid medical/dental/vision as well as company paid pension contribution.

Other benefits include paid vacation, paid sick, company paid holidays, paid personal holidays and Employee Assistance Program.

The pay range is between $27.95/hour to $34.94/hour

Join Our Growing Team! Apply Now!

Responsibilities

• Accurately, safely, and efficiently deliver merchandise using hand‑trucks, ramps and/or lift gates to customers on a predetermined delivery route. May include delivering products up and down stairs and in all types of weather.
• Operate all working equipment safely and efficiently, including but not limited to hand truck, pallet jack, scanner and printer.
• Provide the highest level of service and product integrity for every customer by safe and timely delivery of customer orders.
• Deliver and stack merchandise on customer premises.
• Accurately record delivery by verifying delivery of items with customers and obtaining proper signatures at the time of delivery.
• Practice Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines to reduce risks for crashes, injuries and fatalities.
• Utilize onboard computer to appropriately record mileage, hours of service and maintain driver log to adhere to state and federal Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
• Complete comprehensive pre‑trip, en‑route, and post‑trip inspections and DVIRs.
• Maintain legal weight limits and distributions.
• Practice defensive driving skills and proper body mechanics to ensure safe driving and delivering practices

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A (interstate) and a verifiable safe driving record required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Two years foodservice delivery experience preferred.
• Two years verifiable driving experience preferred.
• Ability to read/write/record data and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with all customers by providing face‑to‑face service with each delivery.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations is required.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre‑employment drug screen.
• Registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Transportation. All drivers are required to visit the Clearinghouse website and register with the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real‑time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug‑ and alcohol‑program violations. If you have not registered with the FMCSA database, please note that registration is required to be hired by Harbor Foodservice. Please visit http://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register to complete your registration.

• Frequent stand/walk during delivery activities.
• Frequent sitting throughout work shift.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 65 lbs., rarely up to 100 lbs., 3‑4 feet from pallet to hand truck to off load area.
• Frequent push/pulling frequently up to 175 lbs., and occasionally up to 200 lbs. using both hands/arms, to transport loaded hand truck up/down curbs and stairs.
• Frequent steering and maneuvering gear controls and clutch to safely drive vehicle.
• In truck cab, trailer, or customer location 80% of the time, exposure to outdoors during delivery 20% of the time.
• Hazards include: moving vehicles, equipment, slippery surfaces, noise, exhaust fumes and exposure to various weather conditions during delivery activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Disabled.