Sr. Class A Driver

Wm Bolthouse Farms•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Class A Driver supports Evolution Fresh by driving tractors and yard hostlers to move trailers—including 53-foot trailers, flatbeds, bulk double citrus trailers, and other material containers—within the shipping yard and between the plant and off-site facilities. The role also delivers orders to customer accounts within a specified region, following shipping schedules, order volume, and other business requirements. The driver models Evolution Fresh’s guiding principles and supports its mission and values. This position is based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, reports to the Shift Supervisor, and requires 60% or more travel. It is a regular, hourly, full-time, non-exempt position with a stated pay range of $30.00 to $35.00 per hour. Hours vary to support business needs; the listed schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 4:40 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Overtime is mandatory based on business and department needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of experience operating commercial over-the-road tractor-trailer combinations, including backing, coupling and uncoupling, and routine inspections.
Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Knowledge of D.O.T. rules and regulations.
Maintain a driver medical evaluation with the DMV.
Safe driving record in accordance with established Evolution Fresh guidelines.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Attention to detail.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
Safety and quality focus while performing work duties.
Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications, and safety standards.
Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality, and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures.
Availability to work variable hours to support business needs.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards, including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).
Experience with GFSI certification schemes such as BRC and/or SQF.

Responsibilities

Move trailers within the yard to facilitate loading and unloading.
Shuttle trailers to and from off-site facilities based on business requirements.
Deliver orders to customer accounts within the specified region and meet on-time delivery metrics.
Maintain delivery expense receipts and submit timely, accurate expense reports.
Perform routine safety pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard hostlers, tractors, and trailers, including safety checks, reefer temperature checks, and fueling, in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures.
Report maintenance and safety issues, concerns, and conditions to the shift lead or supervisor.
Complete and maintain accurate driver logs in accordance with D.O.T. rules and regulations.
Coordinate workload requirements and needs with shipping, receiving, and production supervisors and leads.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and rotation with the supervisor and vendor.
Work with the manager to identify future equipment needs and specifications.
Follow established safety guidelines, programs, and procedures, and actively work to prevent safety incidents.
Maintain product quality by following good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications, legality requirements, and quality procedures.
Perform other duties as needed to support business objectives and Evolution Fresh’s mission and values.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.