Delivery Driver - Class B CDL

Dairy Farmers of America; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 56,875 - 63,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contribution

Medical & dental insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Portland, ME is seeking motivated individuals for a full-time truck driver position. The job offers a competitive salary, varied daily routes, and a strong benefits package, including a $2,500 sign-on bonus after six months.

Applicants must hold a valid Class B CDL and possess good communication skills. The role features early morning shifts and provides the flexibility to have weekends off, while ensuring a collaborative work environment maintained by local management.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL is required for the role.
• Operational knowledge of Hours-of-Service rules and regulations necessary.
• Ability to perform safe pre/post trip inspections in accordance with DOT standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver local routes safely and efficiently.
• Maintain communication with local management and customers.
• Perform vehicle inspections and operations effectively.

Skills

Valid Class B CDL

Good communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Delivery-type job experience

Job description

Sign on Bonus Available

This employment opportunity is a great fit for a motivated, hard‑working person that likes to work independently with a lot of variety throughout the workday. This position is a 4‑day schedule with shift start times between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending upon the route and driver preferences. Our local management team fosters a collaborative environment and works hard to develop and maintain schedules that work for our team members. We offer an extremely strong compensation package, including one of the best paid time off policies in New England.

Why Work Here

• Daily local delivery routes departing and ending each day from your work location
• 4‑day work week with a competitive salary that reflects work and shift
• Shift times begin early in the AM (flexibility between 2:00 AM–5:00 AM) with weekends off
• We own our equipment and have an on‑site fleet maintenance facility and staff
• Three weeks of vacation time in year 1, plus paid holidays and sick time
• $2,500 sign‑on bonus paid after successful completion of six months of employment
• Safe drivers earn up to a $1,000 safety bonus annually
• Medical, dental and 401 K with a company matching contribution
• Driver schedules, route organization, and process improvement coordinated by local management
• Our fleet is upgraded each year with lift gates and automatic transmissions
• 100‑year company with strong community ties and support of a farmer‑owned parent company

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL
• Existing or ability to obtain a DOT medical card
• Operational knowledge of Hours‑of‑Service rules and regulations
• Ability to perform safe pre/post trip inspections in accordance with DOT standards
• Good communication skills and ability to interface positively with customers
• Delivery‑type job experience is a plus
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and safely climb in and out of the vehicle cargo box
• Able to operate handheld/mobile computers to transact sales and delivery documents
• Starting compensation based upon skills and experience presented

Job Details

IDB: #IDB

Job Type: Full‑time

Salary: $1,250.00 – $1,400.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Medical & dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Supplemental pay types:

• Safety bonus
• Signing bonus

Trucking driver type: Company driver

Trucking home time: Home daily

Ability to commute/relocate: Portland, ME – reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience: Driving – 1 year preferred

License/Certification: CDL B (required)

Work Location: One location