Job Overview:
The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing timecards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.
What does it mean to be part of the Class A Delivery Driver Team?
As a Class A Delivery Driver for UNFI, you will support the Howell, NJ location by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre- and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.
Benefits:
Weekly Pay
Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
On-board satellite communications with paperless logs and trip reports
Career Advancement Opportunities
401K Savings plan with matching contribution
Paid time off and Paid Holidays
Safety-first culture
Job Responsibilities:
Complying with FMCSA regulations
Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including tractor trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery
Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public
Reporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department
Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure; reporting any defects promptly using DCVR form
Picking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork
Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate
Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial order
Communicating professionally with customers and vendor
Job Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver?s License (Class A and CDL Drivers require respective licensing)
Ability to pass a written exam and road test
Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI?s safety standards
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid CDL A license
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available
About UNFI: We are North America?s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 58 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI