Class A Driver

Fior di Sole•Napa, CA

9d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Fior di Sole is looking for a dependable Class A Driver to keep product and materials moving between our facilities and to partner sites across California. In this role, you'll drive a variety of equipment on a regular basis. A big part of the job is drop-and-hook shuttling between our bottling line and storage warehouses. You'll deliver finished goods out and bring glass and other materials back so the line keeps running. Because this job supports production directly, we need someone who is safe, on time and careful with paperwork. You'll work closely with our logistics, bottling, cellar and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling liquid loads, securing flatbed loads and maneuvering around tight docks.

Requirements

A valid California CDL Class A
A tanker (N) endorsement
At least 2 years of verifiable Class A driving experience
Experience with 53' dry vans, including sliding tandems and backing into tight docks
Experience with drop-and-hook operations
A clean driving record, and the ability to pass a DOT drug and alcohol screening and an FMCSA Clearinghouse query
A current DOT medical card
Accurate logbooks, ELD records and delivery paperwork

Nice To Haves

Experience hauling liquid bulk, especially wine, juice or other food-grade liquids
Flatbed and load-securement experience
Experience in agriculture, wineries or food and beverage
Forklift certification
Doubles/triples (T) endorsement

Responsibilities

Drive tractor-trailer combinations (tanker, flatbed and dry van) safely and in line with all FMCSA, DOT and California regulations, including hours of service
Run drop-and-hook shuttles between Fior di Sole buildings, and deliver to and pick up from third-party wineries, vendors and warehouses in California
Do thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete accurate DVIRs
Secure flatbed loads of bins and totes with the right straps and load-securement methods
Handle liquid loads safely, allowing for surge and a higher center of gravity
Handle required paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, weight tickets, tanker wash certificates, delivery receipts and ELD/HOS records
Do basic vehicle upkeep such as checking fluids, tires and lights, and report mechanical problems quickly
Make minor repairs such as light bulbs, mud flaps and air hoses
Follow food-safety, sanitation and cleanliness standards when hauling wine, juice and fruit
Keep your supervisor, dispatch and warehouse and cellar teams informed about schedules, delays and problems
Follow all company safety policies and procedures