CDL A Delivery Driver - SYGMA - Monroe, MI

Sysco•Detroit, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SYGMA Detroit is seeking Delivery Drivers to join their team in Monroe, MI. This role offers the opportunity to be home daily with potential earnings up to $150,000 per year. SYGMA emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and internal talent development. They provide paid training and a compensation structure that includes route pay plus incentives.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED/equivalent degree, plus 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred.
Completion of a tractor trailer driving school will be accepted instead of, or in addition to a high school diploma.
Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Must be insurable to operate a vehicle.
Knowledge of DOT regulations.
Knowledge of Hazmat guidelines.
Knowledge of Safe lifting and delivery practices.
Skill in driving over long distances, over a variety of terrains and in varying weather conditions.
Skill in communicating with customers.
Skill in solving problems.
Skill in delivering product.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer unit both in the day and at night in a variety of traffic and weather conditions and remain alert and aware of surroundings.
Ability to meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
Ability to handle hazardous materials and food and restaurant items that are frozen, dry and refrigerated.
Ability to operate a 3 axle tractor, 45' - 48' trailer, straight truck, on board computer, key pad and a 2 wheel hand cart.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
Ability to perform basic math functions (e.g. add, subtract, multiply, divide).
Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision.
Ability to solve problems.

Nice To Haves

1 year of tractor trailer driving experience

Responsibilities

Safely transport product from the warehouse to customer locations, ensuring timely delivery according to the assigned route.
Unload product from trailer by hand or using a hand cart, placing it in designated customer storage areas according to customer specifications and company standards.
Pick up, load, and unload damaged goods and customer returns, transporting them back to the SYGMA warehouse.
Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time, including DOT logs, inspection reports, vehicle maintenance reports, pre and post-trip reports, and invoices.
Report any damages and shortages promptly.
Ensure all food safety protocols are met, including maintaining proper temperatures in the delivery vehicle and inspecting product for damages.
Maintain sanitary conditions in the tractor, trailer, warehouse, and yard.
Follow preferred work methods at all times and report any unsafe conditions to management.
Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including hand cart, pallets, load bars, SLS unit, and personal protective equipment.
Develop and maintain good relationships with customers through excellent and courteous service and clear communication.
Communicate with management regarding any route deviations, trailer or loading issues, or customer/product issues.
Safely transport product picked up via backhauls and line hauls, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
Work the assigned schedule, including outside of usual hours as needed to meet customer needs, and exhibit regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned by Management.