Class A Delivery Driver Tacoma

Tacoma, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Employer Matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Education Assistance

Health and wellness benefits

Job Description

Core-Mark is a premier leader in fresh and broadline solutions, specializing in the convenience retail industry across North America. Known for its commitment to empowering customers, employees, and communities, Core-Mark stands as the largest and most comprehensive marketer of consumer goods throughout the United States and Canada. Offering an extensive array of products, programs, and solutions, Core-Mark supports convenience operators with the aim of optimizing their business success. The company’s growth is bolstered by a strong reputation for integrity, inclusivity, and innovation, making it a favored employer and partner within the industry. Core-Mark provides a culture that emphasizes safety, respect, and recognition, ensuring employees can thrive personally and professionally within a diverse work environment.

The Driver, Formula CDL-A position at Core-Mark plays a vital role within the food supply chain, being responsible for safely delivering food and food-related products that support America’s essential retail and food distribution needs. This role is central to maintaining a steady flow of goods by driving tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight delivery schedules. Drivers not only execute timely and accurate deliveries but also represent the company's frontline in building positive, lasting customer relationships through professional service and effective communication. The position offers competitive pay with the potential to earn up to $100,000 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits such as Day 1 Health & Wellness coverage, Employee Stock Purchase Program, 401K with employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and additional perks.

Candidates for this position must demonstrate strong adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies, guaranteeing that all vehicles are inspected and maintained to company standards for safe operation. The role demands attention to detail through completion of documentation, accurate handling of delivery counts, customer verification processes, and safe handling of cargo including loading, unloading, and securing freight as well as returns. Physical fitness is important since drivers will manage product cases that can range from 10 to 90 pounds, utilizing equipment like lift gates and two-wheelers. This job offers growth opportunities within a dynamic company that values essential workers who support America's food distribution infrastructure. With a dedicated local daytime schedule from Monday through Friday and early morning dispatch, this role is designed to deliver work-life balance alongside career development. Core-Mark's commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment further highlights its role as an inclusive and supportive employer in the logistics and supply chain sector.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
minimum 12 months tractor trailer commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A license
age 21 or older
compliance with state licensing and certification where applicable
clean motor vehicle report for the last 3 years
successful completion of post offer drug testing and criminal background check
pass road driving test
must have or be able to obtain valid DOT Health Card
physical ability to lift and handle product cases between 10 to 90 pounds using equipment such as lift gate and two-wheeler

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
12 months tractor trailer 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
product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

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 ensure 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 checks 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 contacts 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 onto 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