Driver Class A
About The Position
Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is hiring a local Class A Driver. Routes stay within Connecticut, and the position is described as first shift, with drivers home every night. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, starting at 5 a.m., for 40 hours. Start and end times are flexible. The driver must be able to operate a standard/manual 10-speed Class A tractor and must be available on Saturdays. Six months of driving experience is sought; driving school may count. The role operates agency vehicles and includes driving straight trucks, roll-off trucks, tractor trailers, and pickup trucks. Training is provided for roll-off work. The driver represents Goodwill professionally and courteously while serving local communities and supporting retail, donation, waste, and e-commerce operations.
Requirements
- Valid Connecticut Commercial Class A driver's license.
- Ability to drive a standard/manual 10-speed Class A tractor.
- Current medical certification.
- Availability to work Saturdays.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
- Six months of driving experience; driving school may count.
- Good attitude and customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Operate agency vehicles safely.
- Represent Goodwill professionally and courteously.
- Drive straight trucks, roll-off trucks, tractor trailers, and pickup trucks.
- Perform drop-and-hook work at Goodwill retail stores.
- Learn Attended Donation Center routes and off-loading.
- Travel to the trash facility and empty trash containers using a roll-off truck.
- Learn the E-Commerce route and serve as a backup driver.
- Learn the Sunday run and serve as a backup driver.
- Learn the Good To Go route, delivering a 16-foot trailer, and serve as a backup driver.
- Change trash, metal, and cardboard containers in the yard as needed.
- Help prepare trailers and trucks for delivery as needed.
- Report all accidents promptly and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision coverage (employee-paid), plus long- and short-term disability and life insurance (Goodwill-paid); available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
- Two weeks of vacation, four personal days, and nine sick days for employees working more than 20 hours per week.
- Up to $3,000 in qualified tuition reimbursement.
- Nine paid holidays, based on standard weekly hours.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- 50% employee discount.
- Anniversary Recognition Program with $50 Swag Store credit at one year and increasing financial awards every five years.
- $200 referral program for each referred candidate hired by Goodwill.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
