CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

San Marcos, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $31.77

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

overtime pay

Retirement Plan

employee discount

Job Description

The company hiring for this role is a prominent player in the distribution and logistics industry, specializing in the delivery of food and beverage products. This company operates a sophisticated transportation department focused on ensuring timely, efficient, and safe delivery of goods. Known for its dedication to quality customer service and operational excellence, it serves a wide range of clients including restaurants, retail establishments, and hospitality businesses. The company follows strict compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and other safety standards, which underscores its commitment to maintaining a professional and responsible logistics operation. As a major logistics company, it provides employment opportunities to individuals seeking a dynamic and stable career in delivery and transportation services. The drivers employed here play a critical role in the end-to-end supply chain by managing daily routes that involve frequent stops, manual handling of products, and adherence to safety and operational protocols.

This specific position is for a Commercial Driver who will be responsible for running daily routes under a cross-dock model—meaning the driver picks up fully loaded trucks from a nightly delivery at an assigned loading dock and delivers goods to designated stops before returning the empty truck to the lot. The role demands physical strength and stamina as the driver must frequently load and unload products ranging from 1 to 100 pounds using hand trucks and manually. Tasks include stacking and unstacking pallets, verifying deliveries, managing discrepancies, and handling customer interactions professionally. The driver must consistently meet or exceed the designated route times while ensuring that products are delivered intact and in accordance with customer requirements. This position also requires adherence to all safety rules, including performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and following written driver safety rules. The employment type is full-time, with the expectation of overtime during peak business periods, including weekends and holidays. Holding a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) and compliance with company standards are essential. The salary reflects the demanding nature of the job and is competitive within the logistics and transportation industry. Overall, this role offers a stable career path with opportunities for growth within a company known for its strong operational framework and dedication to customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

Be 21 years of age or older
pass employment screening
hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a driving record that meets company minimum standards
have the ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
ability to lift, push or move product weighing an average of 40-60 pounds and as much as 100 pounds repeatedly
flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as business needs require

Job Qualifications

Be 21 years of age or older
pass employment screening
hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a driving record that meets company minimum standards
have the ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
demonstrate flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
have preferred customer delivery experience of 1 year
have preferred hand cart/hand truck experience of 6 months
have preferred food and beverage experience of 6 months
maintain a consistent work history for at least 2 years

Job Duties

Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
runs routes efficiently, meeting or exceeding designated route times
unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas
frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs 1-75 pounds, up to 100 pounds
frequently reach up to 72 inches to stack and unstack pallets and hand cart
constantly bend and twist while loading and unloading product and retrieving items from trailer
verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
contact management for authorization when discrepancies are on invoices
communicate all errors and returns
call in when a customer does not receive their entire order (shorts)
handle any customer complaints professionally
handle company equipment properly, follow written driver safety rules, and perform a pre-trip inspection
perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies and procedures