CDL Class A Local Driver

Gourmet Foods International • West Caldwell, NJ

1d • $80,000 - $88,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for reliable and professional Class A CDL Drivers to join our growing team. If you have drayage and port experience and want to be home every day, we want to hear from you! This role involves local pickup and delivery routes, with drivers being home daily. Responsibilities include port and rail yard container deliveries, safe and timely transportation of freight, pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, and maintaining accurate logs and paperwork. Effective communication with dispatch and customers is essential.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL License
• Minimum 2 years of Class A driving experience preferred
• Drayage/Port experience required
• TWIC Card (preferred or required, depending on operation)
• Clean driving record and commitment to safety
• Ability to manage local pickups and deliveries efficiently
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance
• Candidates must be able to meet the scheduling requirements of the position. Depending on the role and business needs, schedules may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and/or travel.
• Voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen
• Background check will be required for the hiring process. Background checks can include but are not limited to previous employment, education, and criminal records.

Nice To Haves

• TWIC Card

Responsibilities

• Local pickup and delivery routes
• Home daily
• Port and rail yard container deliveries
• Safe and timely transportation of freight
• Pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain accurate logs and paperwork
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers

Benefits

• Guaranteed minimum salary – best-in-class pay rates.
• Monthly safety bonus – up to $250.
• Home 2–3 days in a row each week- Home Weekly.
• Reset hours at home.
• Health, dental, vision
• 401K with company match
• Profit-Sharing Program
• Up to 34 paid days off
• Per diem for meals
• Paid hotel stays
• Paid Continuing education
• PAID Parental Leave
• Employee Discount
• Referral Bonus
• Accident Insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary long-term and short-term disability
• Company Paid EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Modern equipment – late-model trucks with XM Radio and Bluetooth.
• Dedicated routes – consistent schedules.
• Family-owned values with a national presence.
• On-site, 24/7 maintenance support — no sitting for days waiting on repairs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED