Regional Transportation Driver

Perry's Ice Cream•Akron, NY

4d•$80,000 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

Operating regionally in the Northeast (generally making runs from the Western New York area to the east coast between Maine and Maryland). Drivers can enjoy the benefits of being home every weekend and sometimes make it home throughout the week, with reset hours always at home. While ice cream is a part of the transport, the role involves delivering for several other long-time customers. The position requires complying with all Department of Transportation regulations and completing all necessary company paperwork.

Requirements

A Class A Certified Driver’s License
Accountability to exercise safe behavior
Compliance with our policies and DOT regulations
Quality map reading skills
Physical ability to carry up to 75 lbs and bend and climb regularly
Physical ability to push, pull a dolly loaded with product weighing up to 500 lbs
Flexibility to work irregular schedule
Capability to be away on overnight routes possibly every other night (at the most out of town Sunday or Monday through Friday)
Good communication skills (written and verbal) including ability to check in with us regularly
Passion for customer service and representing yourself and Perry’s with the highest quality
High integrity and commitment to teamwork
Must pass DOT physical and drug test, and have a clean MVR

Nice To Haves

Class A transportation / over the road driving experience is a big plus, especially if you have experience driving in metropolitan areas in the Northeast

Responsibilities

Operating regionally in the Northeast (generally making runs from the Western New York area to the east coast between Maine and Maryland).
Complying with all Department of Transportation regulations and completing all necessary company paperwork.
Transporting ice cream and other products for various customers.
Being home every weekend and potentially during the week.
Completing reset hours at home.