CDL Class A Driver

Job Description

Leading National food distributor has an immediate opening for a CDL Class A Driver to deliver merchandise to supermarkets and convenience stores.

Territory
North and Central Florida

Two-week training period pay rate

$550 per week

Compensation

$380 weekly salary plus commissions.
Commissions range from $700-$1200 per week
Projected first-year earnings, $50,000.00 to 62,000.00

Basic Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport goods from the distribution center to assigned destinations.
• Able to skillfully operate and maneuver 53’ tractor trailers in city and highway traffic and backing up to loading docks. (Will be required to pass a mandatory road test.)
• Ensure the trailer is properly and securely attached to the fifth wheel.
• Ensure that loads are properly secured inside the trailers.
• Safely and efficiently unload goods at selected destinations.
• Obtain signatures from clients to confirm deliveries.
• Observe predetermined routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
• Communicate with dispatch as needed.
• Confirm that the contents of each load match the manifest document.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your vehicle.
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
• Maintain detailed delivery logs.
• Track and report working hours.
• Adhere to company rules and regulations.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Stay within the driving limits of weather and road conditions.

Added Incentive

• Upon completion of one successful year of service, drivers may qualify to convert to the company’s payroll which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

·         High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

·         Valid CDL Class A driver's license required.

·         Valid DOT Card.

·         2+ years of proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred.

·         Clean driving record with no moving violations.

·         Must pass a Background Check and DOT Drug Test.

·         Skilled at maneuvering and parking 53’ Tractor Trailers.

·         Physically and mentally fit.

·         Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

·         Able to operate lift gates, hand trucks, and electric pallet jacks.

·         Proficient in using ELDs.

·         Dependable and reliable

·         Safety first

Job Requirements

• Safe Driving Record
• Dedicated Route experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience driving tractor-trailers – 53’
• Must speak English fluently. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Operate electric pallet jacks
• Valid CDL Class A Driver License
• Valid DOT Card
• DOT Drug Test
• Clean Driving Record
• Present legal proof to work in the U.S
• Clean Background
• Equal opportunity employer