Delivery Driver-Class A-Kent, Wa - Hiring Bonus DOE

Harbor Foodservice of Seattle LLC•Kent, WA

139d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for several Class A - CDL Delivery Drivers to join our fast-growing, family-owned foodservice distribution company - one that's truly obsessed with your success. As a Delivery Driver, you'll be a key part of a supportive team that works hard, celebrates wins, and takes pride in delivering excellence. This is a union position with company paid medical/dental/vision as well as company paid pension contribution.

Requirements

Valid CDL Class A (interstate) and a verifiable safe driving record required.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Ability to read/write/record data and perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to work independently.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with all customers by providing face-to-face service with each delivery.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations is required.
Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Transportation. All drivers are required to visit the Clearinghouse website and register with the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug- and alcohol-program violations. If you have not registered with the FMCSA database, please note that registration is required to be hired by Harbor Foodservice.
Frequent stand/walk during delivery activities.
Frequent sitting throughout work shift.
Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 65 lbs., rarely up to 100 lbs., 3-4 feet from pallet to hand truck to off load area.
Frequent push/pulling frequently up to 175 lbs., and occasionally up to 200 lbs. using both hands/arms, to transport loaded hand truck up/down curbs and stairs.
Frequent steering and maneuvering gear controls and clutch to safely drive vehicle.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Two years foodservice delivery experience preferred.
Two years verifiable driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately, safely, and efficiently deliver merchandise using hand-trucks, ramps and/or lift gates to customers on a predetermined delivery route. May include delivering products up and down stairs and in all types of weather.
Operate all working equipment safely and efficiently, including but not limited to hand truck, pallet jack, scanner and printer.
Provide the highest level of service and product integrity for every customer by safe and timely delivery of customer orders.
Deliver and stack merchandise on customer premises.
Accurately record delivery by verifying delivery of items with customers and obtaining proper signatures at the time of delivery.
Practice Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines to reduce risks for crashes, injuries and fatalities.
Utilize onboard computer to appropriately record mileage, hours of service and maintain driver log to adhere to state and federal Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
Complete comprehensive pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections and DVIRs.
Maintain legal weight limits and distributions.
Practice defensive driving skills and proper body mechanics to ensure safe driving and delivering practices