Truck Driver, CDL A

SpartanNash • Bluefield, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role safely operates a commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated routes to deliver products to customers, often making out-of-town deliveries. The driver assists with unloading, verifies deliveries, obtains customer signatures and delivery confirmation, and completes required paperwork. The position also includes pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, maintaining DOT logs, and operating in compliance with DOT regulations.

Drivers review itineraries and route details, check invoices, and may attach preloaded trailers at the loading dock and maintain required trailer temperatures. Post-trip tasks include handling returns and damaged goods, securing the trailer and vehicle, refueling, and reconciling delivery and pickup records. The driver performs simple vehicle maintenance, reports damage or repair needs, coordinates maintenance with dispatch or a supervisor, and provides customer service at each delivery location. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• At least one year of CDL A driving experience.
• Pass a DOT physical examination and DOT pre-employment drug test; subject to periodic random alcohol and drug testing.
• Able to work up to 60 hours per week, including nights and weekends, and flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good organizational, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to read maps and route schedules and operate vehicles in varied traffic and weather conditions.
• Knowledge of federal regulations and DOT guidelines.
• Ability to work safely while driving, loading, and unloading.
• Ability to operate GPS and Electronic On-Board Recorders to communicate with dispatch.
• Ability to travel with overnight stays on occasion.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds frequently and push or pull loaded pallets and carts weighing up to 2,700 pounds.
• Able to sit up to eleven hours per day and frequently climb in and out of a tractor and trailer.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a commercial truck with trailer(s) on assigned routes and deliver products according to the schedule and DOT regulations, including regular out-of-town deliveries.
• Maintain a DOT logbook or electronic logging device and complete delivery documentation.
• Assist with unloading at delivery locations, verify products, obtain customer signatures and delivery confirmation, and handle damaged goods and returns.
• Report delivery deviations, invoice discrepancies, and unsafe unloading conditions to dispatch or a supervisor; complete and attach necessary paperwork.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle components are in working condition and compliant with DOT regulations.
• Review itineraries and routes, check invoices, attach preloaded trailers when needed, and maintain required trailer temperatures.
• Complete post-trip duties, including securing the trailer and tractor, refueling, securing the hand truck, completing DOT logs, and reconciling delivery and pickup records.
• Perform simple vehicle maintenance, report damage or repair requirements, and coordinate routine maintenance and repairs.
• Provide customer service at delivery locations and report customer complaints or service issues to dispatch or a supervisor.

Benefits

• PTO and paid holidays.
• Healthcare coverage for single and family plans, eligible starting the first of the month after hire.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave after six months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED