Route Driver

HP Hood; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Ongoing development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

HP Hood is seeking a Route Driver in the Portland, ME area. You will need a current CDL-A, a clean MVR, a valid medical card, and at least one year of driving experience (or equivalent coursework).

The role requires representing the company professionally, maintaining logs, and delivering products on schedule. The position offers a 4-day work week with rotating days off and coverage across Portland ME and surrounding area.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing proficiency in English.
• Ability to identify colors.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicle safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Know the delivery route and product handling requirements.
• Represent HP Hood in a courteous, professional manner.
• Maintain vehicle operation logs and report maintenance as required by DOT/DOT rules.
• Deliver products timely and report improvement or issues daily.
• Keep daily records of accounts and cash collected.
• Work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
• Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and peers.

Skills

Reading & writing proficiency

Color identification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

The Route Driver family of positions requires a current valid CDL-A, a satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record), an up-to-date medical card, and one years’ driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification. Must have a neat, clean appearance and the ability to pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) exam.

Schedule: 4 day work week schedule with rotating days off.

Coverage area: Portland Maine and surrounding area

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, State and Federal regulations.
• Have a good, working knowledge of the assigned delivery route and be familiar with product handling requirements.
• Must represent the Company in a courteous, ethical and professional manner at all times.
• Must keep a vehicle operation log and report any necessary maintenance or other problems to the Distribution Supervisor daily and complete all necessary reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
• Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner and advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention on a daily basis.
• Keep accurate, daily records of accounts and collected cash.
• Must be able to work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
• Work in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors and peers.

General Requirements:

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures. Able to demonstrate knowledge of safety areas reviewed in the safety orientation program.
• Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Reading & writing proficiency (English language) and ability to identify colors.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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As set forth in HP Hood’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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