Delivery Driver - Class A

Description

Come be part of a team that strives to be the best, wins together, and is passionate about pets! General Pet Supply, a division of Central Garden & Pet, is looking for a Delivery Driver for the Milwaukee, WI location.

Full-time employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, tuition reimbursement, product discounts and more! You will play an important role in helping the organization achieve our goal of providing a high level of customer satisfaction.

Position Summary & Highlights

Responsible for driving tractor trailer or straight truck (CDL) locally and out of town, to deliver pet food and supplies to veterinarian, pet and farm channels. Makes multiple stops per day and may unload product from truck for delivery inside customer facilities. This position operates alone and is expected to be able to perform all aspects of the job as described below. Most drivers are scheduled for 4-day work weeks, and are off on weekends.

STARTING WAGES

Class A: $26.50 - $30.00 per hour based on experience

Class B: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour based on experience

Driver Safety & Compliance Bonus: new Drivers eligible for $625/quarter for the first year of employment

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre/post trip vehicle inspections. Complete necessary paper/computer work. Clean out truck, including sweeping, stacking pallets, product returns and damage.
• Safely and efficiently transport products from warehouse/dock location to customer delivery location.
• Perform deliveries at each stop, completing necessary delivery paperwork or utilizing company-provided mobile device and interacting with customers. Unload products from the truck using available material handling equipment (pallet jack, hand cart, etc).
• Maintain a valid driver’s license for required vehicle type. Must meet the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and medical requirements and possess a valid medical card. Understand and adhere to all DOT and company regulations regarding safe driving practices, hours of service requirements and drug testing protocols.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Work extended hours, as required by operational needs.
• Possess excellent customer service skills, communication skills and be courteous and responsive to customer needs.
• Promote a safe work environment by following facility and company safety guidelines. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Safely operate and become certified in use of pallet jack or other material handling equipment, to unload or load palletized products.
  
  

Qualifications

• 1 or more years related delivery driving experience, preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math.
• Should be able to conduct at least one overnight route per week as business needs necessitate. Lodging and meal allowance provided by the company.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds, and push/pull up to 175 pounds (using a hand cart).
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Position requires a high level of concentration when operating a motor vehicle.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working and driving in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, hot, humid, cold. Walking surfaces may be uneven and/or slippery with trip hazards present including curbs, potholes, etc.
• Must be able to wear all job appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e., gloves, safety vests, glasses, safety shoes, etc.).
• Our fleet of trucks is 2024 or newer (26ft box trucks with power liftgates and rail gates and 28/32/36/48ft trailers with power liftgates) with aluminum handcart for delivery and powered pallet jacks.
  
  

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned from time to time.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Product discounts
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
• Referral program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.