Delivery Driver – Class B CDL

dfa; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Oakhurst in Portland, ME seeks a CDL B driver for local daily routes on a 4-day work week with early AM start times (2:00 AM–5:00 AM). The role includes operating a fleet with lift gates, maintaining DOT compliance, and interfacing with customers. Benefits include medical/dental, 401(k), and generous PTO.

Starting compensation features a sign-on bonus after six months, a safety bonus, and a company with a century-long community presence. Portland residents are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL.
• DOT medical card required or able to obtain.
• Knowledge of Hours-of-Service rules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily local routes from the work location.
• Operate safely with lift gates and automatic transmissions.
• Interface with customers and maintain records on handheld devices.
• Coordinate schedules with local management for routes and times.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections per DOT standards.

Skills

CDL B

Hours of Service knowledge

Safe driving

Customer service

Tools

Handheld devices

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 2:00AM-5:00AM 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 have an extremely strong compensation package including one of the best paid time off policies in New England.

Although there is an abundance of employment opportunities, here is what makes Oakhurst one of the strongest employers and greatest value for you and your family:

• Daily local delivery routes departing and ending each day from your work location
• 4-Day work week, with an extremely competitive salary to reflect work & shift
• Shift times begin early AM (Flexibility between 2:00AM-5:00AM) WEEKENDS OFF!
• We own our equipment and have our own fleet maintenance facility and staff on-site
• 3 ½ weeks of vacation time off in year #1, plus paid holidays and sick time
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus paid after successful completion of six months of employment
• Drivers that operate safely will earn up to a $1000 safety bonus annually
• Medical, dental and 401K with a company matching contribution
• Driver schedules, route organization, process improvement coordinated by local management team
• Our fleet continues to be upgraded each year – all with lift gates and automatic transmissions
• 100-year company with strong community ties and the support of a farmer-owned parent company

• 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 a plus
• Ability to lift up 50 lbs and safely climb in and out of vehicle cargo box
• Able to operate handheld/mobile computers to transact sales & delivery documents
• NOTE: Starting compensation based upon skills and experience presented

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Job Type: Full-time

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

Benefits:

• 401(k) w/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