CDL A Truck Driver

Halperns Steak and Seafood•Kalamazoo, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Driver represents Halperns’ Steak & Seafood to customers by delivering products courteously, accurately, and on time. The driver operates company equipment professionally and safely, follows company and Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures, and communicates customer issues and concerns. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, beginning at 5 p.m. and working until the route is finished. Freight is no-touch, and drivers are home daily. The listed pay is $70,000. The role includes customer service, delivery and payment handling, vehicle and equipment inspections, temperature monitoring, and completion of delivery paperwork and check-in processes. Drivers maintain clean and organized truck cabs and trailers and collaborate with management and sales representatives to address customer concerns. The position requires a Class A CDL at hire, a DOT Medical Card, and at least six months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, maintain a clean driving record, pass a drug test and background check, and be registered with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse with electronic consent provided. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The role also requires the ability to operate a dolly with a load of up to 350 pounds and meet the physical demands of lifting, pushing, and pulling product.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Class A CDL required at hire.
At least 6 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience.
DOT Medical Card required.
Clean driving record as required by DOT and Gordon Food Service standards.
Successfully pass a drug test, including screening for marijuana, and a background check.
Register with the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent.
Ability to operate a dolly with a load weighing up to 350 pounds.
Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, pushing, and pulling product.
Ability to adhere to safety and compliance regulations and procedures.
Professional appearance, punctuality, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Goal-oriented approach and positive can-do attitude.
Provide most recent employment experience for the application to be considered complete.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure safe, accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of Halperns’ products.
Follow company and Department of Transportation policies and procedures.
Build and maintain good customer relationships.
Communicate customer issues and concerns to management and sales representatives.
Collect customer payments accurately and safeguard company funds in accordance with banking policies.
Monitor reefer temperature and promptly report mechanical issues and damages.
Complete daily check-ins accurately, on time, and without errors.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Manage delivery paperwork, including registers, credits, and pickups.
Maintain the truck cab and trailer in a clean and organized manner.
Attend department meetings and perform other duties as assigned.