Truck Driver, CDL A

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Comprehensive benefits including Med,

Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

On-board satellite communications with

Career Advancement Opportunities

401K Savings plan with matching

Paid time off and Paid Holidays

Safety-first culture

Job summary

UNFI, North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, seeks a Class A Delivery Driver to support Dayville, CT by delivering palletized products to stores. You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections and ensure orders are accurate, with proper paperwork and timely unloading.

You will operate tractor-trailer equipment, maintain safety and logs, and resolve customer issues while following DOT rules. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a written exam and road test.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and UNFI safety standards.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and unload products in a timely, accurate manner.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Review paperwork for completeness and correct addresses, orders and notes.
• Maintain logs and trip data per company policy and regulations.
• Communicate professionally with customers and vendors.

Skills

Excellent communication

Safety-conscious driving

Time management

Pre/post-trip inspections

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)

Tools

Tractor trailer operation

Lift gates & pallet jacks

Job description

Job Overview:

The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing timecards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

What does it mean to be part of the Class A Delivery Driver Team?

As a Class A Delivery Driver for UNFI, you will support the Dayville, CT location by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre- and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing timecards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• On-board satellite communications with paperless logs and trip reports
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• 401K Savings plan with matching contribution
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays
• Safety-first culture

Job Responsibilities:

• Complying with FMCSA regulations
• Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including tractor trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery
• Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public
• Reporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department
• Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure; reporting any defects promptly using DCVR form
• Picking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork
• Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate
• Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial order
• Communicating professionally with customers and vendor

Job Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver’s License (Class A and CDL Drivers require respective licensing)
• Ability to pass a written exam and road test
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI’s safety standards
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid CDL A license
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 58 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.