Drivers

Associated Wholesale Grocers•Norfolk, NE

19h

About The Position

Operate a tractor-trailer to transport products between destinations and return with either the original trailer or a drop trailer. Drivers inspect the tractor-trailer before and after trips and submit inspection reports, maintain a driver’s log in accordance with DOT regulations, and comply with federal rules and regulations. They verify that load-related documentation is complete and accurate and obtain receipts or signatures upon delivery. Drivers maneuver trucks into loading positions, follow loading-crew signals as needed, and check vehicle and loading-equipment positioning. They transport products and assist with unloading manually or with material-handling equipment. Accidents, traffic violations, and vehicle or trailer damage must be reported immediately. Promote a safe work environment by ensuring department employees follow OSHA and company safety policies. Treat accident prevention as an integral part of daily operations, set annual safety goals as part of the career and personal development plan, and develop action plans to achieve them. Drivers are based on a 51-hour work week, with overtime possible. Pay is $29.85 per hour. Full family health coverage is available for $33 per week.

Requirements

Must live within 65 miles of the warehouse.
Valid Class A CDL.
At least 18 months of verifiable experience driving a 53-inch tractor-trailer.
Must be 22 years of age or older.
No chargeable vehicle accidents in the past three years.
Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to perform all job duties and functions.
Ability to safely operate AWG vehicles and determine and execute proper cargo and equipment securing procedures.
Satisfactory CSA points record.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate a tractor-trailer to transport products between destinations and return with either the original trailer or a drop trailer.
Inspect the tractor-trailer before and after trips and submit reports of inspection results.
Maintain a driver’s log in accordance with DOT regulations and comply with federal rules and regulations.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Obtain receipts or signatures when loads are delivered.
Maneuver trucks into loading positions, follow loading-crew signals as needed, and verify vehicle and special loading-equipment positioning.
Transport products and assist with unloading manually or using material-handling equipment.
Immediately report accidents, traffic violations, and damage to vehicles or trailers.
Promote a safe work environment and ensure department employees adhere to OSHA and company safety policies.
Set annual safety goals as part of the career/personal development plan and develop action plans to achieve them.