Delivery Driver Apprentice

A F WENDLING INC•Buckhannon, WV

3d•$41,600 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

A.F. Wendling's Food Service is seeking candidates for their Delivery Driver Apprentice Program. This program offers training and the opportunity to obtain a Class A CDL, leading to a position as a Delivery Driver in the Transportation Department. The program focuses on developing driving skills to become proficient in operating a tractor-trailer combination, with the goal of obtaining a full Class A license within 60 days. A.F. Wendling's Food Service will cover initial CDL fees, DOT physical costs, and provide a truck for practice and testing.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Must possess a valid WV 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 (FMC) regulations
Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
Basic written and verbal communication skills
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
2-year commitment post class A acquisition required

Nice To Haves

proven ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.

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
Perform 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, perform DOT pre-trip inspection on provided DVIR form.
Perform 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