Non - CDL Driver

$43,680 - $43,680/Yr

Merchants Foodservice - Lawrenceville, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Lawrenceville, GA

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Non-CDL Driver position at Vistar involves driving a straight truck or van to deliver and unload food and food-related products to customers on local routes. This role is crucial for ensuring timely deliveries, particularly for urgent orders, while adhering to safety regulations and company policies. The driver will interact with customers and co-workers professionally, ensuring high standards of service and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip safety check inspection of truck and trailer according to DOT regulations.
• Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
• Check and complete all required paperwork associated with freight accurately.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route.
• Handle deliveries of urgent orders due to mispicks and other service-related issues.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks on items and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at the driver check-in dock and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload pallets, insulated blankets, Power Walker/Hand carts and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state and company requirements.
• Perform post-trip safety check on the vehicle, secure tractor and trailer, and/or 'Red Tag' for repair or maintenance as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in cab, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• At the end of the shift, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 6 - 12 months experience in a driving role.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License.
• Meet the medical requirements of the DOT.
• Successful driving experience.

Nice-to-haves

• 1+ years of successful driving experience within the foodservice industry.
• OSHA Forklift operator certificate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $21/hour.
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.