Route Delivery Driver - Class A CDL

Brown Foodservice, Inc.; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension

STD/LTD

401(k)

Job summary

Brown Foodservice, Inc. is seeking a Route Delivery Driver to distribute grocery and food items from our Corbin shuttle point. A Class A CDL is required to operate tractor-trailers and deliver to customers while upholding safety and DOT regulations.

You'll drive, load/unload as needed, maintain logs, and communicate delivery status to supervisors. A sign-on bonus up to $10,000 applies based on eligibility and experience; additional $5,000 for drivers with less than three years' experience.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to DOT/FMCSR
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Possess a valid CDL Class A License
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes and related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State Laws as they relate to DOT and other traffic regulations
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling
• Communicate problems to Transportation Supervisor by phone
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip
• Maintain electronic driver logs according to DOT regulations
• Maintain contact with supervisor for delivery/pickup instructions
• Follow transportation policies, safety regulations, and company procedures
• Ensure professional appearance and conduct
• Complete admin tasks to guarantee transportation efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT regulations

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Job description

Route Delivery Driver - Class A CDL

UP TO A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS BASED ON ELIGIBILITY

JOB SUMMARY / GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

In the Route Delivery Driver position, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely distribution of grocery/food items, grocery/food specialty products and convenience store/restaurant supplies to various customer locations. Based out of our Corbin KY shuttle point, you will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942.

Sign on Bonus Availability:

• $10,000 subject to eligibility requirements including but not not limited to:
  • Three years or more of Class A CDL driving experience,
  • No major reportable accidents or traffic offenses
• $5,000 to:
  • Class A CDL Drivers with less than three years of Class A CDL driving experience

Essential Job Functions

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State Laws as they relate to DOT and any other applicable traffic regulations
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, apply knowledge of commercial driving regulations and maneuver vehicle on the road and on customer premises
• Maintain electronic driver log according to DOT regulations
• Maintain telephone contact with supervisor to receive delivery or pickup instructions
• Follow transportation policies, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel
• Ensure conformance with company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a valid CDL Class A License
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs
• Have strong communication skills with ability to communicate with management team, drivers, sales, and customers
• Ability to use new applications/proprietary software
• Basic math skills required
• Self-motivated; customer-focused
• Active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills
• Ensure attendance and punctuality within company standards

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to drive tractor trailer safely in adverse weather conditions, including darkness, rain, wind, snow, or ice
• Must be able to use dolly or hand truck in heavy lifting and shifting loads on wet, dry, icy, bumpy, or uneven terrain with frequent curbs and obstructions
• Must be able to load and unload product routinely at multiple customer sites daily

Brown Foodservice, Inc Benefits

• Brown Foodservice offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, STD/LTD and 401(k)

Candidates must pass a background check, drug screen and other job requirements.