Bakersfield Class A Driver

Candidate must be a local driver in the Bakersfield area in order to be consider for the position*
We are a leading independent, family-owned broad-line food service distribution company located in the San Joaquin Valley. We value all our employees, near and far, because they're the foundation of our company. We are seeking a dependable and organized Class A truck driver who possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina, thrives working on the road and consistently ensures safe and accurate deliveries.

Position Summary: Collaborate with our team to offer delivery services to our clients, as well as pick-up services from vendors and other clients. This position is based in the Bakersfield area.

Pay Range: Average hourly pay range $20.00/hr - $28.00/hr (pay rate is determined by individual skills, years of experience, endorsements, and other relevant factors)

Shift:

• 1st shift, subject to change based on company requirements.
• 5-6 days on, 1-2 days off

Description of Job Tasks:

• Connect with customers as the face of our company
• Deliver food items to commercial and non-commercial operators in a timely and efficient manner
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Maintain logs of working hours, following applicable state and federal regulations
• Operate vehicle safely in a variety of traffic and weather conditions
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicle, etc.
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes
• Drive trucks to weigh stations along routes in compliance with state regulations as needed
• Handle customer complaints professionally and effectively

Qualifications for Job:

• Valid Class A Driver License
• Must be able to read and speak English to converse with customers, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries and complete required reports.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 90lbs
• Pass pre-employment Physical and Drug Test
• Acceptable Driving Record: Must be approved by our insurance company
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
• Availability to work long hours when needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Overtime Pay
• Holiday Pay
• 401K + company match
• Medical, Vision, Dental, & Life insurance benefits
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Order Discount
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Local position - means you get to be home every night!
• Consistent hours