Class A Driver

PACE Supply • Oakland, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview Attention Class A Drivers! PACE Supply’s Oakland, CA branch is hiring ! We're seeking experienced and dedicated drivers to join our team. ✔ Home every night & weekends off ✔ Competitive pay & excellent health benefits for you and your family ✔ A company that prioritizes your safety, well-being, and comfort 🔹 MUST HAVE MANUAL TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCE 🔹 If you're ready to drive for a company that values you, apply today and start your journey with PACE Supply! Responsibilities Class A Drivers at PACE Supply are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy-duty vehicles to transport goods and materials. Drivers must adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations while following company policies and safety standards. A successful Class A Driver at PACE Supply demonstrates strong work ethic, attention to safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting heavy objects when necessary.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class A license with a "T" endorsement (doubles, triples, tankers) and clean driving record.
• Medical Certification Clearance Card
• FMSC Clearinghouse registration
• O.T Registered
• Excellent customer service, and communication skills
• Previous delivery experience (minimum of two years) of wholesale products and warehouse environments preferred
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent is preferred.
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance of the job would qualify.
• Hands-on commitment to getting the job done.
• Ability to recognize and read location, date, and product codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow up practices.
• Background Check: A comprehensive background check will be conducted to ensure candidates meet the necessary criteria for employment.
• Physical Examination: Candidates will undergo a physical examination to assess their fitness for the position's requirements.
• Drug Test: A drug test will be administered to ensure a drug-free workplace.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Ability to lift items that weigh up to 50 lbs. regularly. This includes carrying, dragging, and walking with materials, as well as using a hand-truck.
• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally, the employee may be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse, plumbing, retail/customer service and forklift experience is also desirable, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safe Driving & Compliance: Operate vehicles in a safe, responsible manner, following all traffic laws and company safety protocols.
• Route Planning & Delivery Coordination: Plan efficient routes, maintain accurate records of deliveries, and communicate with dispatch and customers to ensure timely drop-offs.
• Loading & Unloading: Handle cargo with care, ensuring proper loading and unloading procedures to prevent damage.
• Vehicle Inspections & Maintenance Reporting: Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, report any maintenance issues promptly, and ensure the vehicle is roadworthy.
• Regulatory Adherence: Follow hours-of-service regulations, take required breaks, and ensure compliance with DOT standards.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate logs, delivery records, and any required paperwork for compliance and tracking.
• Vehicle Security & Cleanliness: Ensure the vehicle is properly secured before transit and maintain a clean, organized interior and exterior.

Benefits

• PACE Supply is proud to be an employee-owned corporation.
• We offer competitive wages, career pathways of growth, and excellent benefits packages that includes medical, dental, and vision care that is available to you within the first 30 days!
• We also provide our employees with life insurance, sick days, holidays, vacation, two retirement programs of 401(k) and ESOP, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED