CLASS A Delivery Driver
About The Position
PITCO Foods is a large independent foodservice distributor in Northern California. Based in San Jose, CA, PITCO also has distribution centers in Brisbane, Oakland, and Sacramento. POSITION SUMMARY: The Class A Commercial Delivery Driver is responsible for driving a tractor-trailer and adhering to all commercial driving regulations while delivering grocery products. PITCO Foods deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process. Sign On Bonus: This position also has a sign on bonus of $7,500.00 which will be paid out in 3 installments. First payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 90 days. Second payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 180 days. Final payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 270 days. JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment Hook / unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps, and rope Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary Verify and complete required documentation and reports Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals, and equipment problems, as required Demonstrate internal and external customer service Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs, solicit additional business, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Requires one (1) year of experience utilizing an active Class A driver's license.
- Must possess an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
- Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier (FMC) regulations.
- Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be able to lift items weighing up to 60 lbs.
- Must pass Drug Test and Background Check.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Bi-lingual is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks
- Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment
- Hook / unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
- Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps, and rope
- Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
- Verify and complete required documentation and reports
- Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures
- Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation
- Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals, and equipment problems, as required
- Demonstrate internal and external customer service
- Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs, solicit additional business, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Sign On Bonus: This position also has a sign on bonus of $7,500.00 which will be paid out in 3 installments. First payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 90 days. Second payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 180 days. Final payment of $2,500 will be paid out after 270 days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
