CDL A Truck Driver

Halperns' Steak & Seafood•Kalamazoo, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Halperns’ Steak & Seafood is hiring a CDL A driver to deliver its meat and seafood products to customers. The driver represents the company through courteous, accurate, and timely deliveries, communicates customer issues, and operates company equipment safely and professionally. The position is listed at $70,000, with a Monday–Friday schedule starting at 5 p.m. and ending when the work is done. Freight is no-touch, and drivers are home daily. The role includes following company and DOT procedures, maintaining customer relationships, collecting and safeguarding payments, monitoring reefer temperatures, completing daily check-ins and vehicle inspections, and managing delivery paperwork. Drivers keep the truck cab and trailer clean and organized, attend department meetings, and perform other assigned duties. Applicants must be at least 21, hold a Class A CDL at hire, have a DOT Medical Card, and have at least six months of tractor-trailer driving experience. A clean driving record, successful drug test and background check, and registration and electronic consent through the DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse are also required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The job involves operating a dolly or two-wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds and lifting, pushing, and pulling products. Benefits include medical, prescription drug, and EFAP benefits after 30 days; dental, vision, and other voluntary plans; pre-tax savings accounts; profit sharing; and career advancement opportunities in a family-oriented culture.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Class A CDL required at hire.
At least six months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience.
DOT Medical Card required.
Clean driving record meeting DOT and Gordon Food Service standards.
Successfully pass a drug test, including assessment for marijuana use, and a background check.
Register with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent.
Ability to adhere to safety and compliance regulations and procedures.
Professional appearance, punctuality, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a goal-oriented, positive attitude.
Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, pushing, and pulling products and operating a dolly with loads up to 350 pounds.
Provide most recent employment experience as part of a complete application.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver Halperns’ products safely, accurately, on time, and efficiently.
Follow company and Department of Transportation policies and procedures.
Build and maintain customer relationships and communicate customer issues and concerns to management and sales representatives.
Collect customer payments accurately, safeguard company funds, and follow banking policies.
Monitor reefer temperatures and promptly report mechanical issues and damage.
Complete daily check-ins accurately and on time.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Complete the check-in process and manage paperwork, including registers, credits, and pick-ups.
Maintain the truck cab and trailer in a clean and organized manner.
Attend department meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.