CDL A Driver

Join the Our Talent Network•Syracuse, NY

3d•$27

About The Position

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day. Opening at our Upstate Farms Dairy Logistics Facility, Syracuse, NY. Responsible for safely and accurately loading, transporting and delivering milk products from the warehouse/depot to customer locations. $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
3 months verifiable experience driving Class A commercial vehicle preferred
Must be able to operate a standard transmission vehicle
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend.
Must be able to routinely lift over 60 pounds and push/pull up to 300 pounds with a hand-held hook.
Must be able to work independently.
Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills required.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
DOT Class A

Nice To Haves

Experience in product delivery and customer service preferred

Responsibilities

Safely load, unload, and deliver products at each account.
Drive truck over established route to deliver, stock, and stage product at customer locations.
Verify shipment accuracy and salable condition of product.
Resolve discrepancies and customer complaints.
Collect empty containers, rejected, or unsold merchandise for return as required.
Complete daily multiple orders, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery as required.
Perform Motor Vehicle Inspections on truck to conform to DOT regulations and company policy.
Exhibit courteousness toward customers, work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors, maintain neat appearance, and follow established policies and direction of management.
Maintain vehicle and hours of service logs using an ELD as required by DOT.
Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.
Must follow all SOP procedures and complete required documentation/checklists.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve products, services, or processes.
Follow all Safety requirements.
Ensure compliance with all OSHA, DOT regulations and assist in maintaining SQF guidelines.