CDL Class A Driver

Dawn Foods•Louisville, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Driver for Dawn Foods, you will safely and efficiently transport products from the distribution center to customers by tractor-trailer, then deliver and unload products according to customer invoices and Dawn team standards. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. The schedule is Monday through Friday, averaging five days per week depending on the route. Start times range from 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m., and end times range from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or until the route is complete. Routes will not exceed DOT hours. Weekend work may be required based on business needs, and the role includes at least one overnight layover route per week.

Requirements

Hold a Class A CDL in good standing.
Have at least 6 months of Class A commercial driving experience.
Be able to work in the United States.
Be at least 21 years old.
Be able to lift more than 50 pounds consistently throughout the work shift.
Be able to operate material-handling equipment (MHE).

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering to food service accounts.
Experience with liftgates, refrigerated (reefer) equipment, electric pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Computer skills or experience using electronic logs.

Responsibilities

Follow federal, state, and local road rules and regulations, including DOT operating and recording requirements and safe food-handling procedures.
Interact face-to-face with customers daily while representing Dawn Foods in a friendly, competent, and professional manner.
In direct-store-delivery settings, break down products and stock shelves at each stop.
Drive and maintain multi-temperature trailers.
Unload products using electric pallet jacks and two-wheelers.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Collect invoice receipts generated from deliveries.

Benefits

Industry-leading health insurance beginning on Day 1.
Competitive pay of $31.55 per hour.
$10,000 signing bonus.
401(k) with company match.
10 paid company holidays.
Paid time off.
Ride-along and professional training.
Automatic-transmission trailers equipped with liftgates and no ramps.
Trailers loaded by stop rather than by zone.
Yearly boot allowance, uniforms, and protective eyewear when applicable.
Tuition assistance and educational programs.
Comprehensive health and well-being coverage and financial wellness tools and resources.