Truck Driver, CDL A

UNFI; New York; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UNFI is seeking a motivated Truck Driver, CDL A for their Montgomery, NY distribution center. The role includes responsibilities such as safely delivering products, performing vehicle inspections, and maintaining compliance with regulations. Join a growing team offering comprehensive benefits and local route options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with company match

Annual safety incentive programs

4 day dispatch cycles

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of tractor trailer driving experience.
• Knowledge of DOT law and UNFI’s safety standards.
• Ability to pass a written exam and road test.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post trip inspection of the vehicle.
• Deliver and unload products while checking order accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations during operation.

Skills

Good judgment

Education

Valid CDL A

Job description

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UNFI is seeking motivated individuals to fill our Driver careers based out of our Montgomery, NY distribution Center. CDL- Class A Truck Drivers are needed in our growing company!

Why Work for UNFI of Montgomery?

• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Excellent 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
• Annual safety incentive programs
• Local and regional route options
• 4 day dispatch cycles
• On-board satellite communications with paperless logs and trip report
  
  

Job Responsibilities

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.

• 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 vendors
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 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)
• Minimum of 12 months of tractor trailer driving experience
• 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
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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