CDL Class A Truck Driver

THE ROLE 

The CDL Class A Truck Driver safely and efficiently delivers Gotham Greens products to customers and completes transfer routes between company sites. This position loads, unloads, prepares, and inspects product; maintains accurate inspection, shipping, delivery, payment, and expense records; follows company and DOT requirements; communicates route issues promptly; and represents Gotham Greens professionally while protecting the assigned commercial vehicle, keys, and fuel cards. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Delivery and Customer Service 

• Deliver company products to customers at assigned delivery times using scheduled routes. 

• Load, unload, prepare, and inspect products, and ensure the safe delivery of products that meet quality standards. 

• Act as a positive ambassador for Gotham Greens, request service feedback, and work to resolve customer complaints. 

• Collect payments, invoices, related items, and required documents. 

• Complete transfer routes between company sites. 

Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance 

• Accurately complete required logs and reports, including pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and shipping and delivery tickets. 

• Follow company and DOT regulations and safety standards. 

• Complete deliveries in accordance with the company’s Shipping Protocol. 

• Maintain a clean, safe, and presentable commercial vehicle, inside and out. 

• Ensure the safekeeping and security of assigned vehicle keys and WEX cards. 

• Maintain receipts for approved business expenses and comply with company expense policy. 

• Execute routes safely and efficiently, promptly communicate issues to Logistics and Distribution, and proactively explain circumstances that add route time. 

Employee and Food Safety Compliance 

• Follow the facility GMPs. 

• Execute daily processes that enforce food safety protocols and maintain compliance. 

• Follow company food safety, product-handling, delivery-safety, and quality procedures throughout loading, transport, and delivery activities. 

Operational Support 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

WHO YOU ARE 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Comfortable driving in a variety of weather and traffic conditions. 

• Valid CDL Class A driver’s license and a clean Motor Vehicle Record with no traffic violations. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods. 

• Ability to successfully complete required drug testing upon hire or promotion and maintain a current DOT Medical Card. 

• Valid authorization to work in the United States. 

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities 

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills. 

• Ability to plan and execute scheduled delivery and transfer routes safely, accurately, and efficiently. 

• Ability to load, inspect, secure, transport, and unload products while maintaining product quality. 

• Ability to complete vehicle inspections, delivery documents, payment records, and expense documentation accurately. 

• Ability to communicate delays, route issues, customer feedback, and service concerns promptly and professionally. 

• Ability to provide positive customer service and represent Gotham Greens professionally. 

WHO WE ARE 

Gotham Greens is on a mission to transform how and where fresh produce is grown. We are a pioneer in urban indoor agriculture and a leading fresh produce and food company. Through our national network of local high-tech farms, Gotham Greens delivers fresh, long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings and pesto dips. all year round to retail, restaurant and foodservice customers. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates 1,500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouse in 12 locations across nine U.S. states. 

Our team of 600 full time team members are hard-working, supportive and passionate about sustainable urban agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun and collaborative. Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant interest only; please no external recruiters. 

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Salary : $32