Class A Delivery Driver

A F WENDLING INC•Harrisonburg, VA

5d•$75,000 - $87,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Delivery Driver is a licensed CDL A operator who safely and efficiently operates a tractor-trailer and manually unloads/delivers various products (meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, supplies, etc.) to customer locations on an assigned route schedule. Our truck drivers build relationships with each customer using their positive, friendly attitude and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations as well as working closely with our team to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Driver's License
Must possess 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 (FMCSA) regulations
Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
Adhere to a Schedule Ability to understand and adhere to an assigned schedule
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Time Management Skills - Managing one's own time
HS Diploma or equivalent
Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must have very strong urgency in meeting objectives and deadlines.
Requires the ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
Ability to complete tasks under standardized situations with occasional variables.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck
Physical ability to lift, carry, and position: up to 30 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
Must be able to constantly bend, reach above shoulder, grasp objects, climb, kneel, squat, twist and stand throughout shift.
Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls.
Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 80 pounds frequently.
Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

Maintain and foster a good relationship with the customer as a representative of A.F. Wendling Food Service
Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a pre-determined route
Unload products from trailer, with a two-wheeler and a ramp, and place in designated customer storage areas
Verify delivery of correct items with customer and obtain proper signatures
Collect money (cash or check) where required. Contact management for authorization concerning discrepancies on invoice and communicate all errors and returns
Maintain DOT logs as required throughout the day
Preform pre-trip duties including, but not limited to checking route numbers and account numbers for assigned deliveries, count items and check customer invoices of orders loaded, preform DOT pre-trip inspection on provided DVIR form.
Preform post-trip duties including, but not limited to unload damaged goods or customer returns, complete necessary paperwork, turn in all collected funds, park and secure truck, complete DOT Post-trip inspection on provided DVIR form and turn in to company representative
Perform all duties as listed in the job description and for following Company policy and procedures.
Obtain goals and objectives as outlined in the job description and as determined by the Transportation Manager.
Maintain good and effective working relationships among Company personnel, customers, vendors, and brokers.