Route Driver-CDL Class A

Southeastern Food Merchandisers; Meridian, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Food Merchandisers is seeking a Route Driver to safely and efficiently deliver customer orders on local routes, home daily from the terminal. You will scan, unload, and deliver to multiple stops while adhering to DOT regulations and company safety policies.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, accurate documentation, and reporting hazards promptly. The role requires night shifts, weekend work, and overtime as needed, with a focus on reliability and customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Minimum of one year of commercial driving experience.
• Must pass drug screen, background check, MVR review, and a DOT physical.
• Valid DOT Medical Card required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle safely and in DOT compliance.
• Deliver customer orders on scheduled local routes with multiple stops.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of tractor, trailer, and equipment.
• Accurately scan products according to procedures.
• Unload products and move items into customer storage areas.
• Maintain logs, documentation, and delivery records.
• Report safety hazards, accidents, or incidents to supervision.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and compliance standards; work nights/weekends/OT as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT regulations

Time management

Attention to detail

Customer service

Dispatch communication

Independence

Punctuality

Education

CDL Class A

Tools

Hand-held scanner

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Route Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering customer orders on committed local routes while ensuring compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. This position operates on scheduled routes that allow drivers to be home daily. Drivers depart from and return to the same terminal daily and are responsible for accurate product scanning, unloading, and delivery at multiple customer stops.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle safely and in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Deliver customer orders according to predetermined route schedules with multiple stops.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip inspections of tractor, trailer, and related equipment.
• Accurately scan all products according to company procedures.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Conduct damage control checks and report discrepancies or damaged products.
• Maintain accurate logs, documentation, and delivery records.
• Immediately report safety hazards, accidents, or incidents to the Transportation Supervisor.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and compliance standards.
• Work assigned schedules, including nighttime deliveries, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The driver must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial motor vehicle and remain alert at all times. The position requires frequent climbing in and out of the truck and trailer, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting product and equipment. Drivers must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds and occasionally more. The role requires the ability to perform vehicle inspections, operate hand-held scanning equipment, unload products, and work in varying weather conditions, lighting conditions, and temperature environments. Adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities are required to ensure safe vehicle operation and effective communication with customers and dispatch.

Drivers must meet all DOT physical qualification standards.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of safe driving practices and DOT regulations.
• Ability to accurately scan, document, and verify delivered products.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet route schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with dispatch and supervision.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Education and Experience:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Minimum one year of commercial driving experience is required.
• Must pass drug screen, background check, MVR review, and DOT physical.
• Valid DOT Medical Card required.