Over the Road Driver

Europastry USA; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD

LTD

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Europastry USA in Islip, NY is seeking a Driver to operate diesel tractors and deliver frozen products to distribution centers and customers. You will follow GMP and safety programs, load/unload, and maintain records. The role demands a CDL with a clean driving record and 3–4 years' related experience.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, proper paperwork, and clear communication with supervision about delivery issues. Competitive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• CDL license with a satisfactory driving record.
• 3-4 years' experience in related positions.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general documents; write basic business correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor trailers and unload shipments using forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Complete and file trip records, toll receipts, and delivery paperwork.
• Inform supervision of delivery delays due to weather or road conditions.
• Obtain customer signature on invoices and paperwork; participate in safety meetings.

Skills

CDL license

Safe driving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Do you want to join a growing company with a proven track record for success and growth? Europastry, a family business founded in Barcelona in 1987 by Pere Galles. The bakery business is our passion and this is your opportunity to be a member of our team.

We are searching for a Driver

This position is responsible for driving diesel powered tractor trailers over the road to transport and deliver our frozen products to distribution centers and customer warehouses.

Responsibilities include:

• Must follow all GMP regulations and be active in all safety programs offered by the company.
• Observe all safety regulations and policies observed by the company, OSHA, DOT or applicable laws.
• Drive tractor trailers and unload shipments by means of industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallets jack or drexel.
• Handle product on loading dock according to customer specifications and returns any rejected product appropriately.
• Performs back haul of supplies or ingredients according to work schedule.
• Must do a pre-use inspection of vehicle i.e., tires, lights, brakes.
• Maintains cleanliness, gases and routine maintenance of vehicles.
• Maintains all necessary paperwork such as trip records, tolls receipts or delivery slips and returns same to the appropriate personnel.
• Informs supervision of any problems arising with deliveries due to weather, road conditions or changes in projected time of arrival or departure.
• Maintains driver log according to the I.C.C. regulations.
• Checks temperature gauges to ensure quality standards of product.
• Inspects shipment in conformance to specific weight requirement and/ or load distribution according to applicable laws.
• Obtains customer signature on all invoices and paperwork.
• Attends company scheduled meetings when applicable (i.e., safety meetings, production meetings, department meetings.).
• Informs supervision of any problems or complications that may arise
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required

Our ideal candidate will possess the following competences

• High School Diploma.
• CDL license with a satisfactory driving record.
• 3-4 years' experience in related positions.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write basic business / customer service correspondence.
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently.

What can Europastry offer to you?

• Competitive compensation package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & ADD, STD, LTD, 401K, FSA, and Paid Time Off
• Ongoing opportunities for development and career advancement
• Exciting fact-paced entrepreneurial environment.