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Hourly CDL-B Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
wellness benefits
Safe working environment

Job Description

Vistar is America9;s leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor, operating more than 25 distribution centers across the United States. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of products, from popcorn to healthy meal replacements, to various locations nationwide. Vistar has built its success by focusing on innovation, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture that emphasizes teamwork, ethical practices, and community involvement. This culture has earned Vistar a reputation as a dependable partner in the food distribution industry, committed to quality service and employee well-being.

The company is currently looking to hire Hourly CDL-B Drivers for their local delivery routes. These are full-time positions offering a Monday to Friday schedule with no overnight shifts or layovers, enabling employees to return home daily. The pay rate for this role is $24 per hour, accompanied by day one health and wellness benefits. Additional benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and a safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of recognition and respect.

Drivers at Vistar play a critical role in the food supply chain by ensuring timely and safe delivery of products while serving as the face of the company to customers. The Hourly CDL-B Driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate local routes, shuttle routes, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver food and related products. Adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies is paramount, as is maintaining professional communication with customers, vendors, and coworkers. Drivers carry out pre-trip and post-trip inspections, verify load security, complete required documentation accurately, and manage product unloading and customer transactions.

This role requires physical ability to handle freight that can range significantly in weight, use of equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates, and attention to detail to ensure the integrity of deliveries. It also requires a valid CDL-B license, a clean motor vehicle record, and the ability to pass drug tests, background checks, and road tests. Vistar prioritizes a safe, respectful, and rewarding work environment, recognizing the essential contributions of their drivers and providing ample growth opportunities within the company.

Job Requirements

  • Valid CDL-B license
  • 1+ years commercial driving experience
  • Must be 21+ years of age
  • Meet all state licensing and certification requirements
  • Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
  • Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check
  • Pass road test
  • Attain or have valid current DOT Health Card
  • Able to hand-lift and utilize equipment to move freight of varying size and weight

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent
  • Valid CDL-B license
  • 1+ years commercial driving experience
  • Must be 21+ years of age
  • Meet all state licensing and certification requirements
  • Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
  • Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check
  • Pass road test
  • Attain or have valid current DOT Health Card

Job Duties

  • Performs all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations
  • Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines
  • Performs count check of items and verifies customer invoices
  • Completes all required paperwork associated with freight accurately
  • Moves tractor to loading dock and attaches preloaded trailer as needed
  • Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route schedule
  • Unloads products and transports items into designated customer storage areas

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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