Driver - Class A - Golden State Foods

Overview

Position Summary (Job Description):

QUALITY CUSTOM DISTRIBUTION IS NOW HIRING: CDL Class A Delivery Drivers for Spokane Valley, WA

QCD is a nationwide leader in food service distribution. Delivery of Starbucks product on a multi-stop route using a liftgate and dolly. Touching freight and placing items into designated areas of coolers, freezers, and dry compartments. No layovers!

Just out of Driving School and looking to get experience? Or have less than a year. Come join QCD and train with us.

QCD Offers…

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance within 30 days of employment to the whole family!!
• Drivers average $70K/year. Top Drivers can earn $80K-90K/year!
• Average hours per week 45-50
• 401(k) Program + Company Match
• Saturdays off
• No Layovers!!!

Job Description

• Responsible for accurately unloading the customer’s order case by case (case weights are from a minimum of 1 pound up to 75 pounds). Unload cases of product manually with pallet jack, hand truck, hook, and lift gate onto and off the truck.
• Drivers will unload products inside of trailer consisting of three temperature controlled compartments. (Frozen: 0 to -5 °C) (Chilled: 35-40 °C) (Ambient: room temperature)
• Drop off ambient products in back rooms. Stock and fill chilled products into customer refrigerators.
• Work is performed in all weather conditions.
• Involves working night shifts

Job Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A
• Minimum 1 year tractor-trailer driving experience. But we also are accepting Driver Trainees with less than a year.
• Must be able to drive, stand, walk, kneel, lift and bend required for virtually the entire shift. Balance - pulling product, climb in and out of truck. Lifting- Ability to lift and/or move products on a hand truck or pallet jack.
• Flexible schedule working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent driving record
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• You can also call Recruiting at (509) 342-7501 with any questions.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

At GSF, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following:

• Paid time off, including paid leave (in compliance with state and local regulations), vacation, sick, holiday, jury duty, and bereavement. Associates accrue 1 hour for every 40 hours worked of sick time off. Additionally, associates accrue 1 week of vacation time in their first year of employment with 9 holidays per year.

• Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D), Retirement Plan.

• Associate Development via Education Reimbursement and/or Scholarships, virtual courses, or classroom development experiences.

• Please note that the compensation details listed in postings reflect the base pay only.

* The expected range for this position is $70,000/ Year

Location, confirmed job-related skills, education, experience, and relevant training will be considered in setting the actual starting salary.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

Position Summary (Job Description):

 Performs daily transportation functions as directed by Supervisor. Operates diesel-powered tractor-trailer

 combination trucks to transport and deliver products.  Drives truck to destination, applying knowledge

 of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicles in difficult situations, such as narrow

 passageways.  Inspects trucks for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck conditions.

 Maintains driver log according to DOTregulations and other federal and company required records/logs.

 May be required to perform product backhaul when returning from dispatched route.  Unloads/loads

 product at store with assistance from store personnel.

Division Application of Responsibilities:

(% of Time)

30     Drives to predetermined store locations per route schedule, applying knowledge of commercial

          driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle.

 5      Maintains driver log, trip and mileage records according to FMCSA regulations.  Complies with all

          DOT rules and regulations regarding hours of service, licensing, safety and equipment operation.

 2      Maintain company quality and performance standards.

 1      Report unusual conditions and problems to supervisor.

 1      Observe company safety rules and regulations.

 5      Practice good housekeeping.

 5      Positions/check load securing equipment to secure cargo during transit.  Inspects vehicles

          for defects before, during and after trips, submits report indicating equipment condition.

 1      Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required of this Position:

 Must possess a valid driver's license and possess a current DOT Medical certification card.  One (1)  year

 driving tractor-trailer experience.  Must be able to effectively communicate to maintain positive customer

 relations climate with other drivers/warehouse personnel/customers/supervisors.  Capable of standing,

 walking and repeatedly climbing into and out of road tractor or switch tractor.  Must be able to work all

 necessary work schedules, including holidays/weekends.  Requires safely operating equipment in extremes

 of weather and climatic conditions and insure working in a cold environment (cooler/freezer).  Must

 be able to frequently lift/handle cases ranging from 5-50 pounds.