Linehaul - SYGMA - Danville, IL

Sysco

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-haul Linehaul position where drivers will travel to states such as Pennsylvania, Florida, and Ohio, and will be out of town for a minimum of 2 to 3 days at a time. The primary responsibility is to safely and efficiently transport product from the warehouse to various destination points according to customer invoices and company standards, while also loading and unloading product according to customer specifications.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
Knowledge of Hazmat guidelines.
Knowledge of Safe lifting and delivery practices.
Skill in driving over long distances, over a variety of terrains and in varying weather conditions.
Skill in communicating with customers.
Skill in solving problems.
Skill in delivering the product.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer unit both in the day and at night in a variety of traffic and weather conditions and remain alert and aware of surroundings.
Ability to meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
Ability to operate a 3 axle tractor, 45' - 48' trailer, straight truck, onboard computer keypad and a 2 wheel hand cart.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
Ability to perform basic math functions (e.g. add, subtract, multiply, divide).
Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision.
Ability to solve problems.
Regularly required to sit, talk and hear.
Occasionally required to lift, push, or move product that weighs up to up to 50 pounds by hand.
Occasionally required to push/pulls up to 350 pounds of product with a 2-wheeled hand cart down a ramp and into the customer’s storage areas.
Ability to climb in and out of a tractor and trailer.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

1 year of tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
Completion of a tractor-trailer driving school will be accepted instead of, or in addition to a high school diploma.

Responsibilities

Safely transports product from the warehouse to the customer location and ensures the product is delivered on a timely basis, according to assigned route.
Loads and unloads product according to customer specifications.
Ensures all paperwork is completed according to established company and governmental guidelines (e.g. DOT electronic or manual logs, inspections, company vehicle maintenance reports and pre and post-trip reports are completed accurately and submitted on a timely basis).
Ensures all invoices are accurate and case counts match bill of ladings.
Ensures all food safety protocols are met according to established guidelines (e.g. proper temperatures are maintained in the delivery vehicle).
Follows preferred work methods at all times, and immediately advises the management team of any unsafe conditions.
Maintains and safely operates all assigned equipment, including but not limited to pallets, load bars, SLS unit, and personal protective equipment.
Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent and courteous service with clear communication.
Communicates with management team regarding any deviations to route, trailer or loading issues and/or customer or product issues.
Works assigned schedule and work outside the usual work schedule as needed to meet customer needs; exhibits regular and predictable attendance.
Other duties as assigned by Management.