Class-A Bulk Delivery Driver

CONA Services•Baltimore, MD

11d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Bulk Delivery Driver safely and efficiently operates diesel-powered tractor-trailers to transport and deliver packaged or palletized products or materials to and from customer locations over local and regional distances, in compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and company policies. The role unloads pallets at customer accounts, repositions empty and loaded trailers, and interacts with customers and the sales team to provide excellent service. Drivers prepare for shifts by reviewing schedules, checking equipment and supplies, and verifying load accuracy. They conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and en-route safety inspections; operate the tractor-trailer in compliance with applicable laws and company policy; complete freight paperwork and delivery documentation; plan trips to support efficient, legal, and timely pickups and deliveries; record hours of service electronically; and secure cargo and maintain seal control as required. The position also involves loading and unloading freight at customer locations, using electric pallet jacks or other methods, and coordinating with team members and store personnel. Post-shift duties include coupling and uncoupling trucks and trailers, adjusting tandems, operating loading gear and cargo doors, safely climbing on and off the vehicle, refueling with diesel, securing equipment, and completing required paperwork. Work conditions may include exposure to weather, coolers, and customer storage areas that may not be temperature controlled.

Requirements

Read, write, and communicate in English as required for the position and FMCSA regulations.
Obtain and maintain a valid FMCSA physical certification with Interstate non-excepted classification within 60 days of entering the position.
Obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL for Interstate driving with manual and automatic transmission within 60 days of entering the position; permit and license timelines vary by location.
Have a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving history; CDL is required, and Hazmat Certification is required where necessary.
Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience.
Be able to lift 50 lbs.
Be able to use a pallet jack.
Be able to raise and lower loading gear, open and close cargo doors, and safely climb on and off the vehicle.
Be able to read and understand trip information and plan effectively.
Be willing to work varying shifts, including overnight and early morning.

Nice To Haves

Two years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
Sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Review work schedules, inspect equipment, confirm required supplies and load accuracy, and prepare for scheduled operations.
Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and en-route safety inspections of the truck and trailers.
Operate the tractor-trailer safely and legally in accordance with applicable laws, FMCSA regulations, and company policy.
Complete freight paperwork and obtain signatures and documentation confirming cargo pickup and delivery.
Plan trips using maps, GPS, and written or verbal information to support efficient, legal, and on-time pickups and deliveries.
Record daily hours of service using an electronic log in accordance with FMCSA, state, and company requirements.
Load and secure cargo against movement and damage, and maintain seal control as required.
Load and unload freight at customer locations using electric pallet jacks, manually, or by other means.
Build relationships with team members and store personnel to address potential issues and maximize volume opportunities.
Couple and uncouple trucks and trailers, slide tandems as needed, operate loading gear and cargo doors, and safely climb on and off the vehicle.
Refuel the truck with diesel, secure equipment and machinery, and complete required post-shift paperwork.