Truck Driver - Class A

Core-Mark International; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark International in Cartersville, GA is seeking a professional truck driver to operate tractor-trailer and straight trucks, delivering food and related products to customers while adhering to DOT regulations and safety standards.

The role requires a valid CDL-A, at least 1 year of driving experience, and the ability to lift and handle freight. You will perform safety checks, manage paperwork, and ensure on-time deliveries with professionalism.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 1+ year tractor/trailer driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A license; 21+ years old.
• Meet state licensing requirements and hold DOT Health Card.
• Able to lift and handle freight up to 90 pounds and operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) per DOT regulations.
• Report safety issues and ensure safe driving practices.
• Deliver and unload goods to customers on predetermined routes.
• Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Verify deliveries and collect signatures as required.
• Maintain log of hours of service per company and regulatory requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping and secure all equipment at shift end.

Skills

CDL-A holder

DOT regulations knowledge

Safety conscientious

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Lift gate operation

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
• Drivers can earn $1,500 weekly pay
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Early AM Dispatch

Position Purpose

Responsible for driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food-related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required. Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
• Checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight.
• Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach the preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas.
• Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Collects money (cash or checks) where required. Loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors.
• Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
• Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork. Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 1+ year tractor/trailer commercial driving experience
• Valid CDL-A Must be 21+ years of age
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Attains or has valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
• Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift; product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location