Class A Route Delivery Driver

Pitco Foods•Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

PITCO Foods is a large independent foodservice distributor in Northern California, headquartered in San Jose, with distribution centers in Brisbane, Oakland, and Sacramento. The Class A Commercial Delivery Driver operates tractor-trailers and delivers grocery products between service centers and customers while following commercial driving regulations. Drivers also support the selling process and provide customer service. The position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus, paid in three installments of $2,500 after 90, 180, and 270 days. The stated pay rate is $28.00–$34.00. The role requires a Class A CDL, at least one year of experience using an active Class A license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and compliance with applicable Department of Transportation requirements. Candidates must be at least 18, authorized to work in the United States, and pass a drug test and background check. The work involves operating and handling equipment and freight, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 60 pounds, and hooking or breaking down trailer sets that require an average lift force of about 100 pounds several times per month. Drivers must be able to sit for extended periods and bend, twist, squat, and climb in and out of a truck.

Requirements

Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
At least one year of experience utilizing an active Class A driver’s license; the experience section also specifies a minimum of one year of Class A driving work experience.
Must possess an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards; the experience section specifies a clean driving record.
Must meet Department of Transportation regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier regulations.
Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass a drug test and background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Basic written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and communication with peers and supervisors.
Ability to hook up and break down trailer sets requiring an average lift force of about 100 pounds several times per month.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, and move bulky or heavy items without assistance, including lifting and moving items up to 60 pounds.
Ability to sit for extended periods and to bend, twist, squat, and climb in and out of a truck.
Ability to follow instructions and complete required training.
Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, meet deadlines, and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Ability to adapt positively to changes and perform more than one task during a work shift.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is a plus but is not required.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and, where applicable, triples, and/or straight trucks.
Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment.
Hook and unhook trailers and converter dollies to and from tractors and/or trailers.
Handle freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, and rope.
Recoup or 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 when required and maintain required documentation.
Follow dispatch instructions and communicate delays, arrivals, and equipment problems to dispatch as required.
Provide internal and external customer service.
Communicate with customers to determine pickup or delivery needs, solicit additional business, and provide sales leads for potential new opportunities.
Comply with applicable laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as required.
Serve members, employees, and suppliers promptly and effectively while following company procedures.
Identify problems, find solutions, and make sound decisions consistent with PITCO Foods' Code of Ethics.
Prioritize and complete work efficiently and independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining a positive attitude.
Cooperate with varied personalities, contribute to team goals, and assist others as needed.
Adapt to changes in direction, assignments, programs, methods, practices, and procedures.
Respond appropriately to problems and follow up on unresolved issues in a timely manner.
Maintain a positive attitude and a high-volume, high-quality workload under demanding conditions.
Communicate clearly, adapt messages to the audience, keep others informed, and listen to feedback.
Achieve results in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and a large workload.
Enforce safety policies and procedures and act as a safety role model.
Act ethically and fairly, keep commitments, and build trust and effective working relationships inside and outside the organization.