Truck Driver (Transportation)

FreshPet•Bethlehem, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, so that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet. We started off with a mission to change the way pet parents feed dogs and cats, but we also wanted to be a company that had a thoughtful approach to how we operate. We wanted to do things differently, make great products but be gentle to the planet, good to the people who touch our business, and leave a positive impact with everything we do. We work hard every day to ensure that the original vision is met, starting with making the highest quality foods in our kitchens to running our business with integrity, transparency, and social and environmental responsibility. IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH!

Requirements

Interstate (Class A) Commercial Driver’s License required.
3 plus years of experience working in a full-time Class A tractor/trailer driving position required.
Clean driving record while operating a personal and/or commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.
Self-starter who works well independently.
Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Skilled and confident driver.
Comfortable maneuvering tractor into loading and unloading positions.
Alert, focused and detailed oriented.
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. at a time.
An innate sense of direction.
Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
Strong verbal communicator.
HSD or GED is required.

Responsibilities

Transport pallets of goods and packages from their place of origin to assigned destinations.
Operate and safely drive your assigned commercial company vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight over 26,000 lbs.
Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage.
Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with the clients.
Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document.
Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery.
Perform inspections of your company vehicle prior to and at the end of your shift.
Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
Notify Transportation Manager of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
Track and report working hours.
Adhere to company rules and regulations.
Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in accordance with the weather/road conditions.
Make Safety a priority always.
Comply with DOT regulations.