Class A CDL Driver - Home Daily Tuesday - Saturday, 4pm - 4am

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•Kalamazoo, MI

76d•Onsite

About The Position

At Allen Distribution, you’re more than a driver — you’re part of a professional, respected team. We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive, and well-equipped work environment where drivers can thrive.

Requirements

Class A CDL
Ability to maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Willingness to drive a Class A tractor trailer on commercial routes.
A solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a Class 8, commercial vehicle.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with Shippers and Consignees, so that they believe, that they are our most important customer.
Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers sit or stand for long periods of time.
A solid knowledge of DOT regulations and the ability to abide by such regulations 100% of the time
Ability to understand and follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Ability to read and understand work instructions from dispatch.
Ability to work and understand electronic communication including but not limited to in cab communication and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, reading maps, following directions and making effective and efficient travel route decisions.

Nice To Haves

Annual Driver Safety Bonus
Paid Safety Shoe Reimbursement
New Dispatch Technology – Efficient & driver-friendly
Company-Provided Fueling & Washing – Pre-Trip and GO

Responsibilities

Ability to maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Willingness to drive a Class A tractor trailer on commercial routes.
A solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a Class 8, commercial vehicle.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with Shippers and Consignees, so that they believe, that they are our most important customer.
Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers sit or stand for long periods of time.
A solid knowledge of DOT regulations and the ability to abide by such regulations 100% of the time
Ability to understand and follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Reports immediately to Dispatch any unsafe acts or equipment that may cause injury or damage to others.
Communicate effectively with customers as required.
Able to resolve issues promptly and/or request assistance from Dispatch Operations.
Ability to read and understand work instructions from dispatch.
Ability to work and understand electronic communication including but not limited to in cab communication and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, reading maps, following directions and making effective and efficient travel route decisions.
Ability to perform an effective pre or post trip inspections, communicate findings to Dispatch or Maintenance teams for effective resolution.
Ensure assigned loads are picked up and delivered as scheduled.
Ability to communicate immediately to Dispatch scheduled delivery time is at risk.
Ability to communicate any service non-conformance to Dispatch.
Communicates with Dispatch when loads are complete and ready for next assignment
Communicates with Dispatch prior to end of day, if anything else is required
Stays on scheduled throughout the day, taking required breaks but no excessive breaks or time from scheduled travel.
Communicates their recommendations for improvements in all areas of responsibility