Transport Driver

Maola Local Dairies•Hampton, VA

9h•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Transport Driver safely operates a commercial motor vehicle over an established route to deliver dairy products and provide excellent customer service. The position works Monday through Friday, with a start time between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM and an estimated workday of 10+ to 11+ hours. The driver may need to work additional days and federal holidays when required. The driver delivers products on time, handles product rotation and returns, collects empty crates and pallets, resolves minor customer issues, and completes required documentation and vehicle inspections. The role requires operating an electric pallet jack and maintaining the assigned truck in a clean condition. The work may involve a cooler room with changing temperatures, contact with water or dairy liquids, wet or slippery surfaces, and noise levels of up to 90 decibels.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
High school diploma, GED, or recognized international equivalent.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Able to meet the described physical demands, including frequently lifting milk cases up to 55 pounds and pushing or pulling stacks of milk weighing 250–300 pounds using provided equipment.
Able to work additional days and federal holidays if needed.

Nice To Haves

Customer service or sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and punctually deliver dairy products to customers.
Provide excellent customer service to support customer retention.
Safely operate an electric pallet jack and maintain the required certification.
Rotate products and remove outdated, damaged, or unsellable items.
Pick up empty milk crates and pallets.
Resolve discrepancies and minor customer issues, alerting management when necessary.
Ensure paperwork is signed and stamped by the store.
Comply with DOT regulations and company policies, including required pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and complete required daily paperwork.
Keep the assigned truck neat and clean.
Perform other duties as assigned.