Experienced Box Truck Driver

SpartanNash • Mishawaka, IN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Experienced Box Truck Driver delivers products from Central Bakery to store locations and may make other deliveries in addition to store routes. The driver loads and unloads trucks, picks up returns for delivery back to Central Bakery, and performs basic truck maintenance. Daily truck inspections must be completed and recorded in a logbook in accordance with DOT regulations. The role may also involve assisting with stock and maintenance at Central Bakery or occasionally working in other areas. The work environment varies with the seasons and includes hot or cold indoor and outdoor temperatures, as well as potential exposure to truck-maintenance chemicals such as oil, DEF fluid, additives, and cleaners.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Driving experience required.
• A “For Hire” license is required.
• Ability to drive a large box truck.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to operate manual and powered pallet jacks.
• Ability to plan and organize the workday.
• Ability to remember routes and schedules and follow instructions.
• Ability to push and pull large stacks of product and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend and stretch and have good eye-hand coordination.
• Flexible work schedule, with weekends and holidays required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products from Central Bakery to store locations and, as needed, make other deliveries.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Pick up returns and bring them back to Central Bakery.
• Perform basic truck maintenance.
• Inspect the truck daily and record inspections in a logbook in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Plan and organize the workday, follow instructions, and meet deadlines.
• Assist with stock and maintenance at Central Bakery and occasionally work in other areas as required.

What This Job Offers

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