Truck Driver CDL A
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Job Ref: 165965 Location: Dayville, CT 06241 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: CDL Driver Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Non-exempt Pay Basis Hourly Pay Rate $27.50 Brand UNFIUNFI takes great care of our employees, so we want our benefits to work for you! Great work-life balance, pay & conditions. Drive for UNFI- the best route delivery job there is!* Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts* Excellent 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match* Profit Sharing Bonus* Annual safety incentive programs* Local and regional route options* 90% of deliveries are dock stops* Short replacement cycles for our state-of-the-art fleet* On-board satellite communications with paperless logs and trip reports* Private transportation company, not for hireJob Overview:Our Truck Drivers are responsible for delivering products to customers, loading and unloading the truck in a safe and timely manner according to UNFI procedures, minimizing delays and reporting problems, and picking up supplies and back-hauls from vendors. Perform pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. Reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for 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.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 vendorsJob Requirements:* Must have solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions and display good time management, computer, and math 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* Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.Company: United Natural Foods Inc.