Driver, Yard/In Town

SpartanNash • Bluefield, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 2120 Falls Mills Road - Bluefield, Virginia 24605

Requirements

• Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (required)
• Six Months or at least 50,000 miles of all seasons commercial driving experience (required)
• Must pass DOT physical examination and DOT pre-employment drug test, subject to periodic random alcohol and drug test.
• Must be able to work up to 60 hours per week including nights and weekends.
• Good communication skills: ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good organizational, prioritization, and attention to detail skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to read maps and route schedules, and operate vehicles in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
• Knowledge of federal regulations and DOT guidelines.
• Must be flexible working in shifts including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Safely drive commercial truck within the transportation yard for unloading/loading of trailers and to deliver product to local specified customers.
• Determine trailer requirements/types for outbound loads and move trailer to appropriate docks.
• Deliver product, assist with unloading, verify accuracy of delivery, complete necessary paperwork and pick up return products for the distribution center.
• Perform routine vehicle inspection and operate vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Communicate with supervisors, dispatchers and warehouse personnel as appropriate.
• Maintain the yard in a neat and orderly manner; ensure the yard fueling station is properly maintained and clean, ensure tractors and trailers are positioned in the correct place, clean tractors and trailers, etc.
• Conduct yard check of trailers and complete trailer inventory to maintain control (knowledge) of all trailers to include empty available trailers and loaded, outbound trailers ready for dispatch.
• Operate commercial truck to move and reposition trailers to and from the loading docks.
• Secure trailer doors (various types) and ensure loads are secure by using appropriate locks and seals.
• Inform appropriate warehouse associate(s) of invoice discrepancies, pick up and return and unload damaged, customer return products.
• Report any unsafe loading conditions at delivery locations and notify transportation dispatcher/supervisor of any damaged and/or defective equipment.
• Perform pre-trip inspection on vehicle to ensure all mechanical, safety, and emergency components are in working condition and in accordance to DOT regulations.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure adherence to safety guidelines; follow established safety procedures at all times when driving, moving trailers from dock doors, etc.
• Perform post-trip duties, fuel tractor/trailer as necessary; secure tractor/trailer, complete DOT logs and record deliveries/pick ups, provide all paperwork to appropriate warehouse/transportation personnel as required.
• Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. clean interiors and exteriors, take vehicle for state inspection, filling tires with air, etc.).
• Report damage and/or repair requirements; coordinate with the dispatcher/supervisor to accomplish routine vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• Total Rewards benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED