Truck Driver, CDL A

SpartanNash • Norfolk, VA

4d

About The Position

The Truck Driver is responsible for safely operating a commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated routes to deliver products to customers, including regular out-of-town deliveries. The role includes assisting with unloading, verifying deliveries, obtaining customer signatures and delivery confirmation, completing required paperwork and DOT logs, and providing quality customer service at each stop.

The driver performs pre- and post-trip inspections, checks route and delivery information, monitors trailer temperature when needed, and reports safety concerns, discrepancies, damage, and maintenance needs. Other duties include handling damaged goods and returns, securing the tractor and trailer, refueling, performing simple vehicle maintenance, and coordinating routine repairs. The position may involve working up to 60 hours per week, including nights and weekends, and occasional overnight travel.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (required).
• At least one year of CDL A driving experience.
• Must pass a DOT physical examination and DOT pre-employment drug test; subject to periodic random alcohol and drug testing.
• Ability to work up to 60 hours per week, including nights and weekends, and flexibility to work 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 vehicles.
• Ability to operate GPS and Electronic On-Board Recorders to communicate with dispatch.
• Ability to travel overnight occasionally.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds frequently and push or pull loaded pallets and carts weighing up to 2,700 pounds.
• Ability 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 operate a commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated routes and deliver products according to the delivery schedule and DOT regulations.
• Maintain a DOT driver logbook or electronic logging device and complete delivery and pickup documentation.
• Assist with unloading products, verify deliveries, and obtain delivery confirmation and customer signatures.
• Report delivery deviations, invoice discrepancies, unsafe unloading conditions, customer complaints, and service issues to the dispatcher or supervisor.
• Pick up damaged goods and customer returns and complete and attach the required paperwork.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency components are in working order.
• Review itineraries and route details, check customer invoices, attach preloaded trailers, and maintain required trailer temperature when needed.
• Unhook and secure trailers; refuel and secure the tractor and hand truck; complete DOT logs and reconcile delivery and pickup records.
• Perform simple vehicle maintenance, report damage or repair needs, and coordinate routine maintenance and repairs.
• Provide quality customer service at every delivery location.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package, including PTO and paid holidays.
• Healthcare coverage for single and family plans beginning the first of the month following the date of hire.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave after six months.

What This Job Offers

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