Route Delivery Driver - Class A CDL

Overview

Route Delivery Driver – Brown Food service, Inc. Based out of Winchester, KY. In this role you will be responsible for the accurate and timely distribution of grocery/food items, grocery/food specialty products and convenience store/restaurant supplies to various customer locations. The position has a minimum base pay and starting pay of $52,000 per year and a sign-on bonus program based on eligibility.

$10,000 subject to eligibility requirements (including, but not limited to: three years or more of Class A CDL driving experience with no major reportable accidents or traffic offenses). A $5,000 sign-on bonus applies to Class A CDL drivers with less than three years of experience.

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State laws as they relate to DOT and other applicable traffic regulations.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered products with no damage due to mishandling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and maneuver the vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain electronic driver log according to DOT regulations.
• Maintain telephone contact with supervisor to receive delivery or pickup instructions.
• Follow transportation policies, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.
• Ensure conformance with company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid CDL Class A License.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with management, drivers, sales, and customers.
• Ability to use new applications/proprietary software.
• Basic math skills required.
• Self-motivated; customer-focused.
• Active listening skills; independent thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Ensure attendance and punctuality within company standards.

• Must be able to drive tractor-trailer safely in adverse weather conditions, including darkness, rain, wind, snow, or ice.
• Must be able to use dolly or hand truck for heavy lifting and shifting loads on wet, dry, icy, bumpy, or uneven terrain with frequent curbs and obstructions.
• Must be able to load and unload product routinely at multiple customer sites daily.

• Competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, STD/LTD and 401(k).

Candidates must pass a background check, drug screen, and other job requirements.