Truck Driver, CDL A

SpartanNash • Severn, MD

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This role safely drives a commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated routes to deliver products to customers, including regular out-of-town deliveries. The driver assists with unloading and verifying products at each location, obtains delivery confirmations and customer signatures, and completes required paperwork. The role includes vehicle inspections and operation in compliance with DOT regulations, maintaining driver logs, and providing quality customer service at delivery locations.

The driver performs pre-trip tasks such as reviewing the itinerary and route details, checking invoices, attaching preloaded trailers when needed, and maintaining required trailer temperature. Post-trip tasks include handling damaged goods and returns, securing the trailer and vehicle, refueling, completing DOT logs and delivery records, and performing simple vehicle maintenance. The position may require work 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 required.
• Must pass a DOT physical examination and DOT pre-employment drug test; subject to periodic random alcohol and drug testing.
• Must be able to work up to 60 hours per week, including nights and weekends.
• Must be flexible 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 to prevent injury to self and others.
• Ability to operate GPS and Electronic On-Board Recorders to communicate with dispatch.
• Ability to travel overnight on occasion.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

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 schedule and DOT regulations.
• Maintain a DOT driver logbook or electronic logging device and other delivery documentation.
• Assist with unloading deliveries, verify products, and obtain delivery confirmations and customer signatures.
• Report delivery deviations and invoice discrepancies; collect damaged goods and returns and complete the associated paperwork.
• Report unsafe unloading conditions to the dispatcher or supervisor.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and verify that mechanical, safety, and emergency components are in working order and compliant with DOT regulations.
• Review itineraries, route details, and customer invoices before trips; attach preloaded trailers when needed and maintain required trailer temperature.
• Complete post-trip duties, including unloading damaged goods and returns, securing the trailer and tractor, refueling, and completing logs and delivery records.
• Perform simple vehicle maintenance, such as cleaning the vehicle, taking it for state inspection, and filling tires with air.
• Report vehicle damage or repair needs and coordinate routine maintenance and repairs with the dispatcher or supervisor.
• Provide quality customer service and report customer issues or complaints about schedules or service to the dispatcher or supervisor.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• PTO and paid holidays.
• Healthcare coverage for individuals and families, eligible from the first of the month following 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED