What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Class A Delivery Driver position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
This employment opportunity is a great fit for a motivated, hard-working person that likes to work independently with a lot of variety throughout the workday. This position is a 5-day schedule with shift start times between 2:00AM-5:00AM depending upon the route and driver preferences. Our local management team fosters a collaborative environment and works hard to develop and maintain schedules that work for our team members. We have an extremely strong compensation package including one of the best paid time off policies in New England.
Although there is an abundance of employment opportunities, here is what makes Oakhurst one of the strongest employers and greatest value for you and your family:
- Daily local delivery routes departing and ending each day from your work location
- Most all delivery format is loading docks – very little liftgate work – NO RAMPS!
- 5-Day work week, with an extremely competitive salary to reflect work & shift
- Shift times begin early AM (Flexibility between 2:00AM-5:00AM)
- We own our equipment and have our own fleet maintenance facility and staff on-site
- 3 ½ weeks of vacation time off in year #1, plus paid holidays and sick time
- $2,500 Sign-On Bonus paid after successful completion of six months of employment
- Drivers that operate safely will earn up to a $1000 safety bonus annually
- Medical, dental and 401K with a company matching contribution
- Driver schedules, route organization, process improvement coordinated by local management team
- Our fleet continues to be upgraded each year – most all tractors with automatic transmissions
- 100-year company with strong community ties and the support of a farmer-owned parent company
Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL
- Existing or ability to obtain a DOT medical Card
- Operational Knowledge of Hours-of-Service rules and regulations
- Ability to perform safe pre/post trip inspections in accordance with DOT standards
- Good communication skills and ability to interface positively with customers
- Delivery type job experience is a plus
- Ability to lift up 50 lbs and safely climb in and out of vehicle cargo box or trailer
- Able to operate handheld/mobile computers to transact sales & delivery documents
- NOTE: Starting compensation based upon skills and experience presented
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Job Type: Full-time
Starting Pay: $1,750.00 - $1,850.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) w/matching contribution
- Medical & Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Supplemental pay types:
- Safety bonus
- Signing bonus
Trucking driver type:
- Company driver
Trucking home time:
- Home daily
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Portland, ME 04101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year Preferred
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Required)
Work Location: One location
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $1,000