Seasonal Class A Driver

reddyice; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Reddy Ice in the United States is seeking a CDL Class A driver to deliver ice in articulated vehicles, load and unload at customer sites, and rotate stock as needed. This seasonal full-time role may involve changing routes and equipment based on business needs.

You will perform safety checks, comply with DOT hours, and participate in daily problem-solving to improve delivery efficiency while upholding the company's safety and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Three years of route delivery driver experience preferred.
• At least one year driving a vehicle similar to the one used for employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a clean company truck safely.
• Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer locations.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and comply with DOT hours.
• Generate invoices for each delivery and complete paperwork.
• Maintain driver tools and equipment inventory.
• Follow SOPs and uphold ethical standards.
• Adhere to safety standards and DOT regulations.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Route delivery experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Requisition JR24415 Worker Time Type Full time Worker Sub-Type Seasonal Shift

Job Description

Reddy Ice utilizes the U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Please make sure you are registered with the \"Clearinghouse\" in order to be considered for employment with Reddy Ice.

Please click here to view \"A Day in the Life of a Driver\" at Reddy Ice.

POSITION PURPOSE

This role accelerates business values by delivering ice to customers in articulated vehicles (tractor-trailers) that require a CDL Class A license. Drivers are either assigned a delivery route or transport truckloads of ice to specific customer locations. The delivery region, route, and type of equipment operated is subject to change depending on business needs. Drivers are expected to physically unload, deliver, fill and rotate ice at the customer locations.

Demonstrates our \"True North\" attributes: voice of the customer, respect for the individual, no nonsense communication and utilization of facts, servant leadership and has a continuous improvement mindset in every facet of leadership and daily interaction. Leads, collaborates and demonstrates the lean principles and utilizes the lean methodologies and tools to facilitate continuous process improvements and value creation for our customers, employees and shareholders. Actively utilizes lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, A3, etc.) to inform and assess business opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

Lead and participate in Kaizen and value stream mapping activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and maintain a clean company truck in a safe and professional manner.
• Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer and other designated locations using a safe, courteous, and service-oriented method.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections, comply with state/federal hours of service requirements, and operate the vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Participate daily in the Daily Visual Management (DVM) process; reviews DVM results with other drivers.
• Produce invoices for each delivery and complete all other required paperwork.
• Responsible for the safe operation, working condition, and inventory of all driver \"tools\", including: handhelds, printers, handcarts, and handtrucks.
• Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.
• Pick up equipment as directed.
• Ability to perform other operational duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and processes.
• Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential. We value honesty and integrity above all else and we expect our employees to be committed to the highest ethical standards.
• Maintain high safety standards. Safety is personal for us all.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Ability to work in an unfatigued state
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance
• Ability to quickly store and recall instructions in one's short term memory
• Ability to concentrate and perform tasks involving high levels of cognitive function and judgment
• Ability to cope with sudden changes in surrounding and/or emergency situations and/or alarms
• Demonstrate a caring, committed and concerned attitude about safety
• Possess fast reflexes and unimpaired coordination and ability to rapidly respond to stimuli
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform required functions
• Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions

CONTACTS

Internal: CSM, CSR's/Dispatchers, Location Manager (if at spoke), Lead Driver (where applicable), Forklift Operators

External: Customers and warehouse personnel

OPERATING RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires a Class A CDL drivers license. This is a professional driver position and must drive safely and courteously at all times. Must possess a clean driving record.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

No lead or supervisory responsibility.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a High School education or GED.
• Three years previous route delivery driver experience preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience as a driver in a vehicle similar to which you will be assigned to operate during the time of employment with