Long Distance Driver

DUTCH VALLEY•Marion Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A Dutch Valley Relief / Contract Carrier Driver is an OTR driver that is not designated to a specific long-distance route on a consistent basis. This position is required to be available to run anywhere from three (3) to five (5) days per week depending on the length of the trip. In addition to hauling “outside” freight, this position will be expected to handle any overflow routes or fill in for OTR drivers who are on vacation. When filling in for OTR drivers, this position is required to maintain the same schedule as the regular driver in an effort to maintain customer satisfaction.

Requirements

21 Years of age or older
Class A CDL
Maintain a good driving record
Have good driving skills
Must have a good sense of direction
Good communication skills
Be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Be able to use on-board computer for logs

Nice To Haves

High School Preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver products to bulk food stores, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.
Offer high level of customer service to our customers
Unload product for customer and place it where they request
Check off products from invoice where necessary
Maintain a neat and clean tractor and trailer, inside and outside
Responsible for delivery equipment (pallet jack, 2-wheeler, dock plate and load locks)
Responsible for collecting cash and check payments for orders delivered
Responsible for all required paperwork: ex. VIR Books, Trip Reports
Report any truck problems to the shop
Responsible for picking up backhauls
Start time varies each day, depending on the route
Write up and bring back any credits the customers may have
Maintain good employee relations
Spend 3-5 days out on the road