Truck Driver

Grocery-Outlet; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing

Job summary

Grocery Outlet is seeking a Transportation Driver to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant movement of products between vendors and stores. You will strictly follow FMCSA regulations and company safety policies while supporting warehousing operations and loading/unloading orders.

The role reports to the Manager - Transportation and requires a Class A CDL, a pre-employment drug screen, and successful completion of a road test. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as required by DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Must consent to and pass a thorough background investigation (MVR check for past 3 years).
• Must successfully complete a road test or provide a CDL skills test waiver.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with FMCSA regulations.
• Safely operate a CMV to and from pre-designated locations and secure cargo.
• Maintain regular contact with dispatch via telephone or radio and report status.
• Ensure all shipping documentation (bills of lading, manifests) is accurate and complete.
• Perform general duties and participate in special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Safety mindset

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

• Our Mission: Touching lives for the better
• Our Vision: Touching lives by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S.

About the Team:

Our Supply Chain and Logistics team mission is to provide top notch service to our stores and purchasing teams- contributing to the goal to make Grocery Outlet the first choice for bargain minded customers while touching lives for the better. Our team oversees the successful movement of products from our vendors to our stores and is self-motivated, passionate, and dedicated.

About the Role:

The Transportation Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant transportation of products over designated routes. This role requires strict adherence to all Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and company safety policies. Drivers provide essential support to warehousing operations by ensuring the safe operation of vehicles and the proper loading and unloading of orders. This role reports to the Manager - Transportation.

Responsibilities Include:

Safety & Compliance

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with FMCSA regulations, report deficiencies to maintenance immediately.
• Maintain a complete and up-to-date Driver Qualification File (DQF) as required by FMCSA § 391.51.
• Comply with all FMCSA hours-of-service (HOS) rules and company policies.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as all company-established safety rules and procedures.

Operations

• Safely operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to and from pre-designated locations based on daily routing information.
• Properly secure and transport cargo to prevent damage or shift.
• Maintain regular contact with dispatch via telephone or radio to receive instructions and report status.
• Ensure all shipping documentation (e.g., bills of lading, manifests) is accurate and complete.

General

• Provide information and/or advise others as needed.
• Operate within a defined budget; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions.
• Special projects as assigned by management.

About The Pay:

• Pay Range: $26.70 to $28.00 Hourly
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.

About You:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as required by DOT FMCSA regulations.
• Must consent to and pass a thorough background investigation, including:-Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check for the past 3 years.-Verification of safety performance history from all previous DOT-regulated employers for the past 3 years (as required by FMCSA § 391.23).
• Must successfully complete a road test and/or provide a valid CDL skills test waiver.
• Positive attitude and flexibility to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and professionalism.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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