Position Overview

Essential Job Functions

Perform daily logistic and delivery tasks associated with shipping operations for the company. Work cooperatively with other team members, supervisors, and managers to transport and deliver food products with company trucks. Must keep delivery trucks clean and follow safety guidelines. Adheres to high quality, quantity, and sanitation standards. Ensure a high level of quality on all food items by following instructions from supervisors and managers. Follow policies and procedures to meet federal and state requirements. Work effectively with warehouse team to ensure that all daily, weekly, and monthly delivery goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe operations of Fresh & Ready Food vehicles including driving and safety checks daily, weekly, monthly
• Load, deliver, and unload Fresh & Ready Foods products to customers in accordance with instructions and procedures from supervisors and managers
• Keep accurate pick-up and delivery administrative records; immediately reporting any discrepancies or customer issues
• Observe all hours of service and other requirements as indicated by Sales & Marketing Department as well as by customers
• Keep accurate records of all pre-approved expenses
• Maintain a clean a neat personal appearance while on company time
• Always uphold a professional demeanor with customers, co-workers, and the public
• Maintain and carry a current California Commercial Drivers License
• Carry a current medical health insurance identification card
• Maintain clean driving record with no outstanding violations
• Meet minimum qualifications established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for truck drivers engaging in interstate commerce
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality at all times on matters pertaining to the company and its customers, vendors, distributors, and staff;
• Promote by example the principles of the Fresh & Ready Foods;
• Consistently demonstrate professional verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Maintain composure when handling unexpected challenges and competing demands; and
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors and manager.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid commercial drivers license (CDL) required, Class A
• 2+ years of proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Comfortable with long-haul transport
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Map reading and route planning experience
• An innate sense of direction
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Must be able to work weekends