Driver I (Class B CDL) Weekend D Shift (6:00AM - 6:30PM Fri-Sun)

NOW Health Group INC•Bloomingdale, IL

12h•$24 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Drives a straight/box truck on local routes in the Chicagoland area to pick up, deliver, and as needed unload food-grade products. Routes are completed safely in accordance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and follows preferred work methods and customer service practices. The position drives from the Bloomingdale and/or Roselle, Illinois facilities to locations throughout the Chicagoland area, with a focus on daily deliveries to and from the Roselle distribution center. Daily backhauls return drivers to Roselle at the end of the shift. The role includes warehouse work such as preparing customer orders with a forklift, receiving and securing vendor products on pallets, housekeeping, and loading and unloading trailers. Driving duties include inspecting the vehicle and cargo, maintaining logs and paperwork, delivering products and correspondence, collecting customer payments, handling returns and damaged goods, and keeping the truck and work areas clean. The driver must follow DOT, safety, and GMP requirements and promptly report safety issues and hazards. The position requires a Class B CDL with an Air Brake Endorsement, a safe driving record, and the ability to operate powered industrial trucks. Work includes frequent stops, customer and site interaction, travel between locations, and loading and unloading products. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with flexibility for extended hours and off shifts as business needs require.

Requirements

One to three years of related experience.
Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement.
Three years of DMV/MVR record with no moving violations or accidents.
Previous driving experience with a good safety and driving record.
Knowledge of Chicago and suburban streets and locations; ability to read and follow highway traffic signs and signals and use GPS.
Ability to operate and earn certifications in powered industrial trucks, such as dock stocker, sit-down, and reach trucks.
Basic computer skills and ability to use GPS and electronic logging devices to record hours of service and records of duty status.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, off shifts, and weekends.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including frequent lifting and moving of items weighing up to 75 pounds, entering and exiting the vehicle and cargo area, and frequent stops.
Ability to work safely and remain alert, accept responsibility for personal and others' safety, follow applicable laws and procedures, and report workplace incidents and hazards.
Demonstrated ability to meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals; strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and customers.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work with urgency, and adapt to changing business needs.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents; write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Ability to work in inclement weather and tolerate rapid environmental changes.

Responsibilities

Drive a straight/box truck on local Chicagoland routes to pick up and deliver food-grade products and company correspondence.
Complete routes safely in accordance with company policies, DOT regulations, and the predetermined delivery schedule.
Perform pre- and post-trip safety checks and vehicle inspections; promptly report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs.
Inspect cargo and verify that freight is properly loaded and secured; check item counts and shipping documents, and complete required paperwork accurately.
Deliver products to retail stores and customer businesses, scan and report damaged items, and obtain customer signatures for pickups and deliveries.
Maintain driver logs and record delivery information; collect payments by check or money order and record transactions on customer receipts.
Load and unload products, equipment, materials, damaged goods, and customer returns; secure freight and vehicle doors as required.
Pick up raw materials and supplies from vendors and transport them to the main warehouse or distribution center.
Perform warehouse duties, including preparing orders with a forklift, receiving and securing vendor products on pallets, and helping load and unload trailers.
Resolve service complaints and communicate professionally with customers, vendors, coworkers, and dispatchers.
Perform general housekeeping in the truck, loading dock, and work areas; remove trash and keep the truck clean.
Comply with safety and GMP requirements, use required personal protective equipment, report incidents, and participate in safety activities.
Operate powered industrial trucks and use GPS and electronic logging devices to record driver and vehicle activity.
Work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, off shifts, and weekends, as business needs require.