Local Driver - Class A

Dutch Farms, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Truck Driver with a Class A license to perform local deliveries in the Chicago area. Responsibilities include driving, unloading products, inspecting the truck, and maintaining records of shipments. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills and at least one year of driving experience. Home 4-5 nights per week with routine local pickups and deliveries.

Qualifications

• Must provide outstanding customer service during delivery.
• Ability to read and write English for documentation.
• Must have 1 or more years of experience as a truck driver.

Responsibilities

• Perform local driving duties to and from customer locations.
• Inspect the truck before and after trips and report condition.
• Maintain accurate records of products carried and delivered.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Equipment Operation

Education

CDL Class A, B, or C license

Job description

Description

Truck Driver- Local -Class A

Primary Job Responsibilities: Perform local driving duties to and from customer locations, including unloading products at the stores. Routine pickups may also be required as determined by dispatch. The candidate would be home 4-5 nights per week.

• Inspect the truck before and after trips and submit a report indicating the truck's condition to your Supervisor for further repair as needed.
• Check the radiator and washer fluid to maintain the tractor-trailer.
• Inspect the load and ensure that the load is locked in and secured with load locks and straps.
• Must be able to maneuver the truck into loading and unloading position as needed.
• Must be able to unload the truck for customer delivery.
• Must be able to break down load, and deliver to each department as required by store.
• Obtain the customer's signature, and any other document required (i.e. DSD)
• Maintain accurate records of products carried, delivered, and returned, (empty racks, pallets, or damaged goods) and related cash, checks, and money orders.
• Maintain telephone contact with the Supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to a different location.
• Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall team operations or business needs.

Requirements

Qualification/Profile:

• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations.
• Reads and writes in English the bill of lading to determine assignment.
• Maintains all required certifications required by DOT company safety programs.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, and rotate. PDL (Physical Demand Limit) generally is at 60-70 lbs with occasional PDL at 150 lbs.
• Works well in a team environment including being able to work with a diverse group of people from all aspects of the Dutch Farms business.
• Works well with a minimal amount of supervision and is a productive member of his/her department by adhering to all Dutch Farms, Inc. policies.

Specific Experience/Training

• Ability to operate and maintain equipment safely at all times.
• CDL Class A, B, or C license is required and would match the type of trailers needed, i.e. box truck, semi-trailer, etc.
• The ideal candidate would have 1 or more years of experience as a truck driver.
• Must be able to work in severe weather conditions; both heat and cold.
• Ability to make overnight runs as required by shipping needs

Dutch Farms/Good Foods is an equal-opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law