Tractor Trailer Driver

St. Mary's Food Bank; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Tuition assistance

Medical, vision, dental coverage

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

St. Mary’s Food Bank in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Tractor Trailer Driver (Class A) to operate company trucks on regular routes to collect donated foods and return to the warehouse for loading and unloading.

Hours are 5am until the route is finished, with pay starting at $27/hr. The role requires CDL Class A, FMCSA compliance, and a strong safety record; duties include loading/unloading, documentation, and maintaining donor relations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial vehicle driving experience.
• CDL Class A license.
• FMCSA compliance; pass CDL English Proficiency test.
• Good driving record and current DOT Medical Certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs; self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Good planning, organization and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class A or B truck for pickups and deliveries on scheduled routes.
• Maintain vehicle safety, fueling, DOT and appearance standards.
• Assist loading/unloading and operate pallet jacks per policy.
• Complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and DOT logs.
• Maintain accurate donation receipts and on-time deliveries.
• Build positive relations with donors and partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Self-motivation

Planning and organization

Ability to lift 50-75 lbs

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDL Class A

Current DOT Medical Certification

Job description

Tractor Trailer Driver - Class A

Department: Transportation

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Are you interested in working for an organization that serves the community you live in? St. Mary’s Food Bank (SMFB) has an opening for a Tractor Trailer Driver (Class A). The Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for driving a company truck on a regularly scheduled route to pick up donated food products from food donors and returning to the appropriate warehouse for loading and unloading. Additionally, the driver may pick up product from “write-ins” and other unscheduled destinations, and occasionally transports product to off-site locations, including our partner Agencies.

Hours are 5am-until route is finished.

Pay starting at $27/hr.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the upkeep of assigned company vehicles to ensure Safety, Fueling, DOT and Appearance standards are met.
• Assists in the loading/unloading of SMFBA trucks working under the direction of warehouse authority. Operating manual or electric pallet jacks according to SMFBA policy and OSHA standards. Pre-loading equipment needed for the following day’s route needs. Washing out trailers/truck boxes to ensure cleanliness.
• Completes Driver Record of Duty and Vehicle Inspection Reports as required by the Department of Transportation and SMFBA. Maintaining the proper handling of food to ensure specific temperatures measures and cross contamination guidelines are adhered to.
• Responsible for the proper labeling of pallets and Food Drive boxes to include the Donor’s name.
• Responsible for accurately filling out Donation Receipts with all pertinent information required, neatly.
• Responsible for the pick-up and delivery of food donations, ensuring on-time standards are met to the Donor’s satisfaction.
• Responsible for maintaining excellent relations with Food Donors/Merchants and Individuals, especially while driving.
• Completes daily reports as necessary.
• Required to drive a Class A or B truck to complete a pick-up or delivery.
• Reports to the Centralized Dispatch Supervisor for disposition during down time or delays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This is a safety sensitive position.

Skills / Requirements

Minimum Qualifications required

• Required: High School or GED.
• Required: Minimum 1 year of demonstrated and successful experience driving a commercial vehicle.
• Required: CDL (Class A)
• St. Mary’s drivers must be compliant with FMCSA and pass a CDL English Proficiency test. This is a requirement as a commercial motor vehicle carrier. Due to this, all drivers must be able to read and speak sufficiently to understand highways signs, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records per 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2)
• Good driving record.
• Current DOT Medical Certification.
• Solid level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Bi-lingual - English/Spanish (preferred).
• Ability to move and/or lift 50-75 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Good planning and organization skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation Package:
  • Competitive Pay; including:
  • • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous employer match
    • Employee Referral Bonus Program
    • Tuition Assistance
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Medical and Insurance Coverage:
    • An employee-only medical plan at no cost to you
    • 4 low-cost employee-only, spouse and/or family member medical plans
    • Vision and Dental coverage
    • Health Savings Account generously funded by the employer and Flexible Spending Account options
    • Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death & Accident Insurance at no cost to you.
    • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
    • Optional Pet Insurance and Legal Shield Identity Theft offering
  • Time Off:
    • 15 PTO days, accrued bi-weekly, that increases with length of service
    • 40 hours of Personal/Sick time
    • 9 Company Paid Holidays

This is your chance to join a cohesive and welcoming team and make a difference in our Arizona communities. Join our Mission to alleviate hunger.

St. Mary’s Food Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.