Driver - CDL A (Days) Part Time

Gold Star Foods; Pendergrass (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Weekdays only routes

Competitive hourly pay

Modern equipment

Job summary

Gold Star Foods is hiring experienced Part-Time CDL Class A Route Delivery Drivers in Pendergrass, GA to serve K–12 schools with local and regional routes. You will be home daily and enjoy weekday schedules with early starts.

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service as you handle multi-stop deliveries, lift gates, and touch freight to schools. If you value a steady schedule and meaningful work, apply today.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with at least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Experience safely operating tractor-trailers on local routes.
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA safety regulations and inspections.
• Ability to load/unload with lift gates and pallet jacks.
• Ability to work early morning shifts and complete routes.
• Strong customer service, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening, background checks, and fingerprinting.
• Familiar with DOT hours-of-service rules and safety policies.
• Meet all DOT and company driver qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles to deliver to K–12 schools and customers.
• Complete local and regional multi-stop delivery routes on time.
• Load/unload goods using lift gates and pallet jacks.
• Perform touch freight deliveries at customer locations.
• Carry out pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections and report issues.
• Verify quantities and obtain customer signatures on deliveries.
• Follow schedules and routes while maintaining safety and service standards.
• Maintain DOT compliance and professional conduct with school staff.
• Report accidents, damage, or delivery discrepancies promptly.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and well-maintained.

Skills

CDL A experience

DOT regulations knowledge

Customer service

Safety conscious

Time management

Problem solving

Pre-employment screening

Fingerprinting requirements

Hours-of-service compliance

Route planning

Communication

Job description

CDL Class A Day Route Delivery Driver – Part-Time | Home Daily | $27.50–$28.50/Hour

TITLE: CDL A Driver – Part-Time

DIVISION: Transportation

REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt – Hourly

Company Overview

Gold Star Foods, a division of GS Foods Group, is a leading foodservice distributor specializing in nutritious meal solutions for K–12 schools across the United States. We take pride in delivering quality products, dependable service, and exceptional customer experiences to the schools and communities we serve.

Our drivers are more than delivery professionals — they are essential members of our team who help ensure students receive the meals they need every day.

At Gold Star Foods, we are committed to building a workplace where teammates feel valued, respected, and supported. We offer competitive compensation, modern equipment, a safety-focused environment, and opportunities to grow with an established organization.

Join a team where your work makes a difference, your safety matters, and your time at home is valued.

Position Summary

Gold Star Foods is hiring experienced Part-Time CDL Class A Route Delivery Drivers in Pendergrass, GA! Are you an experienced CDL A truck driver looking for a local delivery opportunity that allows you to be home daily with weekends off? We are seeking dependable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented drivers to deliver food products to K–12 schools throughout our regional service area. This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers with experience in local routes, tractor-trailer operations, foodservice distribution, multi-stop deliveries, and touch freight who want to work with a company that values reliability, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Why Drive With Gold Star Foods?

• Competitive Hourly Pay: $27.50–$28.50 per hour
• Home Daily: Enjoy being home after your scheduled routes.
• Weekends Off: Routes operate Monday through Friday.
• Part-Time Opportunity: Ideal for experienced drivers seeking a part-time schedule.
• Early Morning Routes: Start your day early and finish when your assigned route is complete.
• Modern Equipment: Operate newer Peterbilt and Freightliner trucks.
• Established Routes: Deliver essential food products to local and regional schools.
• Meaningful Work: Help support school nutrition programs and the communities we serve.

Position Details

Starting Pay: $27.50–$28.50 per hour

Job Type: Part‑Time

Location: 86 Jackson Concourse, Pendergrass, GA

Schedule: Monday–Friday, based on operational and route needs

Shift: Early morning, with routes beginning as early as 4:00 a.m.

Route Type: Local and regional school foodservice delivery

Home Time: Home Daily

Weekend Availability: No regularly scheduled weekend routes

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial motor vehicles, including tractor‑trailers, to deliver food and foodservice products to K–12 schools and designated customer locations.
• Complete assigned local and regional multi‑stop delivery routes accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Load, unload, and deliver products using lift gates, electric and manual pallet jacks, and two‑wheel dollies.
• Perform hands‑on deliveries, including touch freight, at customer locations with and without loading docks.
• Conduct thorough pre‑trip and post‑trip DOT vehicle inspections, documenting and reporting mechanical or safety concerns.
• Verify delivery quantities, maintain accurate delivery documentation, and obtain required customer signatures.
• Follow assigned delivery schedules, route instructions, and company procedures while maintaining a strong commitment to customer service.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, hours‑of‑service rules, and company safety policies.
• Safely maneuver commercial vehicles in school parking lots, loading areas, and other delivery locations.
• Maintain professional, courteous relationships with school personnel, customers, dispatchers, and fellow teammates.
• Report vehicle accidents, equipment damage, delivery discrepancies, and safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper care of assigned vehicles and delivery equipment.

Work Schedule

• Assist with additional transportation and delivery‑related responsibilities as assigned.
• Days: Monday–Friday, based on assigned part‑time routes and business needs
• Start Time: Approximately 4:00 a.m.
• End Time: Upon completion of assigned delivery routes
• Home Daily: No routine overnight routes
• Weekends: Off

Part‑time hours and scheduled workdays may vary based on route assignments, school calendars, and operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL A).
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Demonstrated experience safely operating tractor‑trailers and Class A commercial vehicles.
• Ability to meet company driving standards, including a review of applicable 10‑year driving and employment history.
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA safety regulations, commercial vehicle inspections, and safe driving practices.
• Ability to safely perform physical delivery duties, including loading, unloading, moving, and transporting products using delivery equipment.
• Ability to work early morning shifts and complete assigned delivery routes.
• Strong customer service, communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to pass required pre‑employment drug screening, background checks, and applicable fingerprinting requirements.
• Ability to satisfy all applicable DOT and company driver qualification requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in foodservice distribution, beverage delivery, grocery distribution, or multi‑stop route delivery.
• Experience delivering to schools, institutions, restaurants, or commercial customers.
• Experience operating vehicles equipped with lift gates and pallet jacks.
• Doubles/Triples (T) endorsement.
• TWIC card.
• Familiarity with electronic delivery systems, route documentation, and electronic logging devices (ELDs).

Benefits & Perks

• Gold Star Foods is committed to supporting our teammates through competitive compensation, a positive work environment, and benefits for eligible employees.
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Home daily with weekends off
• Modern delivery equipment
• Consistent school‑based delivery operations
• Safety‑focused team environment
• Supportive transportation leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth within GS Foods Group
• Access to applicable retirement and benefit programs based on eligibility
• Potential schedule flexibility during school holidays and summer breaks, depending on route availability and business needs

Eligibility for health insurance, dental, vision, retirement benefits, paid time off, and holiday pay varies based on employment classification and applicable plan requirements.