Class A Delivery Driver

POSITION PURPOSE

This role accelerates business values by delivering ice to customers in articulated vehicles (tractor‑trailers) that require a CDL Class A license. Drivers are either assigned a delivery route or transport truckloads of ice to specific customer locations. The delivery region, route, and type of equipment operated is subject to change depending on business needs. Drivers are expected to physically unload, deliver, fill and rotate ice at customer locations.

Demonstrates our “True North” attributes: voice of the customer, respect for the individual, no nonsense communication and utilization of facts, servant leadership and has a continuous improvement mindset in every facet of leadership and daily interaction. Leads, collaborates and demonstrates the lean principles and utilizes the lean methodologies and tools to facilitate continuous process improvements and value creation for our customers, employees and shareholders.

Actively utilizes lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, A3, etc.) to inform and assess business opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Lead and participate in Kaizen and value stream mapping activities.

• Operate and maintain a clean company truck in a safe and professional manner.
• Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer and other designated locations using a safe, courteous, and service‑oriented method.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections, comply with state/federal hours of service requirements, and operate the vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Participate daily in the Daily Visual Management (DVM) process; review DVM results with other drivers.
• Produce invoices for each delivery and complete all other required paperwork.
• Responsible for the safe operation, working condition, and inventory of all driver “tools”, including handhelds, printers, handcarts, and hand trucks.
• Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.
• Pick up equipment as directed.
• Perform other operational duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and processes and adhere to the Code of Business Ethics, honesty and integrity.
• Maintain high safety standards.

• 16 pallets to be delivered each day.
• 7 lb bags per pallet: 300 total bags/day.
• 2,100 total bags of ice delivered per day (7 lb equivalent).
• 10,500 total bags of ice delivered per 5 day week.
• 21,000 lbs delivered per day.
• 105,000 lbs delivered in 5 day week.
• 10.5 tons (ICE) delivered daily.
• 52.5 tons (ICE) delivered weekly.

* This is a general outline based on a 10 Pallet truck and a 5 day work week.*

• Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to work in an unfatigued state.
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance.
• Ability to quickly store and recall instructions in short term memory.
• Capacity to concentrate and perform tasks involving high levels of cognitive function and judgment.
• Ability to cope with sudden changes in surrounding and/or emergency situations and/or alarms.
• Demonstrate a caring, committed and concerned attitude about safety.
• Fast reflexes and unimpaired coordination with rapid response to stimuli.
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform required functions.
• Take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions.

• Internal: CSM, CSR’s/Dispatchers, Location Manager (if at spoke), Lead Driver (where applicable), Forklift Operators.
• External:
  Customers and warehouse personnel.

This position requires a Class A CDL drivers license. Must drive safely and courteously at all times and possess a clean driving record.

No lead or supervisory responsibility.

• High School education or GED.
• Three years previous route delivery driver experience preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience as a driver in a vehicle similar to which you will be assigned to operate during the time of employment.
• Basic math skills and exceptional customer relations skills.

• Drive in stressful environments.
• Lifts up to 40 lbs throughout the day.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Unload, load, and rotate product in merchandisers.

This position has direct responsibility for property, funds and information. This individual must adhere to and follow all corporate policies and procedures.

Albany City:
Albany State:
New York