Backhaul Driver

National DCP • Bellingham, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

National DCP, LLC is hiring a full-time Backhaul Driver in Bellingham, Massachusetts. The driver transports freight from third-party supplier locations to NDCP warehouses safely and on time. The position involves working in varying temperatures and humidity, including dry, cooler, and freezer areas of the trailer, as well as changing outdoor weather conditions. Routes are solo, and the stated pay is $0.72 per mile. The schedule may include varying work hours to support operations; the posting lists night/day hours.

Requirements

• Current Class A CDL and medical card required.
• At least six months of Class A CDL driving experience.
• Satisfy applicable FMCSA driver qualification requirements, including sufficient English proficiency to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and complete required reports and records.
• Clean motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with NDCP hiring requirements.
• Ability and willingness to operate a tractor with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Ability to safely operate a refrigeration unit and lift gate.
• Ability to read a map and/or follow written directions to navigate assigned routes efficiently and safely.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations and Commercial Motor Vehicle requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong customer-service mentality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Effective decision-making skills and sound judgment.
• Ability and willingness to work varying schedules as needed to support NDCP operations.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
• Food-industry driving experience highly preferred.
• Experience with an onboard computer or electronic log system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport products to and from specified destinations.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to confirm the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Ensure delivery-related paperwork is in order before departing the distribution center or transportation hub.
• Prepare, receive, and provide appropriate product-delivery documentation.
• Assist with loading the trailer at supplier locations.
• Safely detach loaded trailers and pick up empty trailers at store locations.
• Maintain travel and product logs in accordance with Federal, State, and DOT regulations.
• Communicate delivery problems or delays to applicable transportation operations personnel.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the truck cab interior.
• Conduct post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in good working order and minimize delays the following day.
• Promptly report vehicle maintenance or malfunction issues to the appropriate Transportation Supervisor.
• Provide customer service as the primary NDCP point of contact between the Distribution Center and the supplier.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and discretionary time, and paid holidays.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Discount programs.
• Tuition discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED