Class A Delivery Driver

West Palm Beach, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

safe work environment

Inclusive culture

Job Description

Cheney Brothers is a leading foodservice distributor with a rich history of delivering quality products and exceptional services. Established as a cornerstone in the food distribution industry, Cheney Brothers has built its reputation by prioritizing customer satisfaction, employee development, and operational excellence. With a family of over 3,000 dedicated associates, the company fosters a supportive and high-impact culture that empowers talented individuals to excel in their roles. Cheney Brothers' commitment to innovation and continuous improvement ensures its place as a preferred partner for foodservice providers across various markets. The company offers world-class leadership, extensive learning opportunities, and comprehensive benefits designed to support employees’ professional growth and personal well-being. Cheney Brothers also champions diversity and equal opportunity, creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and contribute to shared success.

The CDL-A Driver position at Cheney Brothers plays a crucial role in the food supply chain by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of food and foodservice products. Drivers operate tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, including local, shuttle, overnight, drive and drop, and over-the-road assignments. This role not only requires a high degree of safety awareness and regulatory compliance but also emphasizes customer interaction, making the driver the face of Cheney Brothers to clients. The role offers a stable six-day workweek with daily return home, competitive average annual pay ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, dedicated routes upon completion of training, and a supportive team environment.

This position requires the CDL-A driver to perform comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations and company safety standards. Drivers must report any safety concerns or vehicle repairs promptly. Responsibilities extend to properly securing and unloading freight, completing accurate paperwork, and verifying deliveries with customers. The role also includes potential handling of cash or checks from customers, loading customer returns, maintaining cleanliness in equipment and loading areas, and logging hours of service according to federal and state regulations. Cheney Brothers values attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively within the team to ensure the company’s logistical processes run smoothly.

Employees in this role benefit from a range of perks including day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and a safe, inclusive work environment that promotes recognition and respect. The company’s focus on growth opportunities allows drivers to advance their careers within a firm that appreciates essential work in sustaining America’s food distribution network. Cheney Brothers is committed to supporting its people because it understands that its continued success depends on the dedication and excellence of its employees. Joining Cheney Brothers means being part of an innovative family that invests in employees’ futures and values their contributions to the company and the communities it serves.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
12 months or more of driving commercial vehicles
Valid CDL-A license
Minimum age of 21 years
Compliance with state licensing and certification where applicable
Clean driving record for three years
Successful completion of drug screening and background check
Passing a road test
Hold or obtain a valid DOT Health Card
Physical ability to lift and handle freight weighing up to 90 pounds
Familiarity with operating lifting equipment such as two-wheeler and lift gate
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain safety standards and comply with DOT rules.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED
12+ months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A
Must be 21+ years of age
Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
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
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Commitment to safety and adherence to DOT regulations.

Job Duties

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
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 legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight
Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach 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.