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CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.50 - $29.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
incentive pay
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The hiring company operates in the logistics and distribution sector, specializing in efficient transportation and delivery services. As a well-established organization, it provides critical supply chain solutions, primarily focusing on daily route deliveries with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The company’s commitment to maintaining high standards in handling products, timely deliveries, and safety protocols has positioned it as a reliable partner in the transportation industry. Employees benefit from a dynamic work environment that values teamwork, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. This role presents an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment in a transportation-focused setting with competitive pay and incentives.

This position is for a Commercial Delivery Driver who plays a vital role in the company’s daily operations. This full-time role offers an hourly pay rate ranging from $23.50 to $29.00, with additional incentives to reward outstanding performance. The driver will manage daily routes with multiple stops, ensuring that product handling and delivery occur efficiently and in the order designated. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing the physical demands of loading and unloading packages, which often involves the use of hand trucks and pallet jacks. This position requires operating within a cross-dock model, picking up pre-loaded trucks from an assigned loading dock, and returning the empty vehicle safely to the designated lot.

In addition to driving responsibilities, candidates must demonstrate the ability to assist with various warehouse-related tasks such as loading trucks and palletizing product. The role demands strong customer service skills since responsibilities include verifying deliveries, obtaining signatures, and professionally handling any customer concerns or discrepancies. Adherence to safety standards and practices is paramount, including completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections per Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies. This role also requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate overtime, weekends, and holiday shifts as business needs dictate. This comprehensive delivery driver role offers a rewarding career path for qualified individuals who are committed to operational excellence and customer satisfaction within the transportation industry.

Job Requirements

  • 21 plus years of age
  • Pass employment screening
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver License with driving record meeting company standards
  • Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with general public and understand highway signs
  • Ability to lift, push, or move product weighing up to 100 pounds repeatedly
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • 21 plus years of age
  • Pass employment screening
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver License with a driving record meeting company standards
  • Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with general public and understand highway signs
  • Ability to handle physical demands of freight touched, lifting up to 100 pounds
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays
  • Preferred 1 year customer delivery experience
  • Preferred 6 months hand cart or hand truck experience
  • Preferred 6 months food and beverage experience
  • Preferred 2 years consistent work history

Job Duties

  • Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
  • Run 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 weighing 1-75 pounds, up to 100 pounds
  • Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
  • Contact management for authorization when discrepancies occur
  • Handle customer complaints professionally
  • Handle company equipment properly, follow driver safety rules, and perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to DOT regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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