Atlanta Branch - Class B (Conversion Only)

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.•Norcross, GA

About The Position

The CDL Driver contributes to the efficient operation of the Branch Office by delivering Wismettac products to customers and performing warehouse-related duties. The role drives delivery trucks weighing at least 26,000 pounds over established routes or within an established territory, delivers and unloads merchandise, and develops effective relationships with customers. Drivers may be required to drive interstate and should represent the company through safe, responsible driving practices. Duties also include loading and unloading trucks and freight, arranging items for delivery, securing loads, completing pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections, maintaining a clean and orderly tractor interior, collecting customer payments when required, and submitting receipts, delivery records, reports, and required Federal D.O.T. and company paperwork. Drivers must report equipment defects, accidents, delays, emergencies, and delivery irregularities promptly. They must follow the specified FSMA and sanitary transportation guidelines. The work can involve long hours, evenings, strenuous physical activity, and exposure to heat, cold, dust, and irritants. Drivers typically work Monday through Friday, although evening, night, overtime, weekend, and holiday hours may be common in some branches. Routes may vary; some drivers may travel long distances and be away from home for two to four days. The position requires pre-employment drug testing and authorization to work full-time in the United States for any employer.

Requirements

Class B driver’s license.
At least 1 year of recent commercial driving experience.
Experience using an E-log book computer/tablet system.
Experience using a forklift and electric pallet jack.
Knowledge of safe driving practices and methods.
Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspections, and maintenance.
Knowledge of FSMA Section 111 (21 CFR Parts 1 and 11) and Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food guidelines.
Ability to lift heavy objects over 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical work.
Ability to conduct accident investigations.
Ability to speak clearly and read, write, and speak English.
Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork and reports.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance.
Availability to work extended hours and possible weekends.
Ability to accurately read gauges and dials.
Ability to enter and exit the vehicle cab using footholds and handholds.
Ability to spend 80% to 90% of the day sitting and driving.
Ability to bend and lift freight and perform the hand, arm, leg, and foot motions required to drive, as well as twisting, turning, and bending to load and unload a trailer.
Desire to serve customers and support the warehouse department.
Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.
Successful completion of required pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

Drive delivery trucks weighing at least 26,000 pounds safely and efficiently.
Deliver company products over established routes or within an established territory.
Load and unload merchandise at customers’ places of business and arrange freight for ease of delivery.
Secure loads and assist with loading trucks and other warehouse or driver duties as assigned.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers and represent the company positively through safe driving practices.
Operate company vehicles safely in varying conditions, including heavy traffic, inclement weather, and tight loading dock areas.
Perform pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip equipment inspections and immediately report defects.
Keep the tractor interior clean and orderly.
Promptly report accidents, delays, emergencies, and pickup or delivery irregularities.
Submit Federal D.O.T. and company paperwork and documents in a timely manner.
Obtain customer signatures for goods and collect payment for cash-on-delivery orders.
Turn in receipts, payments, delivery records, and reports of mechanical problems.
Follow FSMA Section 111 and Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food guidelines specified by Logistics Headquarters.