Class B Route Driver

Dairy Farmers of America•Rocky Ford, CO

12h

About The Position

Meadow Gold has immediate job openings for dependable CDL B Delivery Truck Drivers with excellent customer service skills, to operate a straight truck safely and efficiently and manually unload/deliver various Dairy products, to customer locations on an assigned route schedule. Our drivers build relationships with each customer using their positive, friendly attitude and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations. Meadow Gold Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands.

Requirements

6 months related experience preferred
Valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Air Brake and a clean driving record
21+ years of age
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background, and criminal checks)
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Ability to push, pull, & lift to 55 lbs.
Flexibility – overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices
Deliver pre-ordered or unscheduled (special orders) products to customers (schools, grocery stores, nursing homes, etc.) according to route schedule and customer delivery expectations (e.g., put deliveries inside coolers and walk-ins) in a safe and timely manner
Follow designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel. Report delivery delays to management due to road conditions, accidents or breakdowns
Based on route design, load and unload product as required at designated stops (manually with hook, 2-wheel cart and/or pallet jack); may include stocking, rotating, and/or ordering of product (varies from route to route)
Collect empty cases
Provide merchandising support based on customer requirements and promote the addition and sales of new products if appropriate
Communicate effectively and maintain good relations with customers, resolve customer complaints, and report any problems to the driver supervisor or manager
Ensure and/or perform proper maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment used (tires, fuel, oil check, etc.) and maintain a clean vehicle
Ensure load is properly secured prior to travel and at each stop and make adjustments when needed
Complete all daily paperwork fully and correctly each day. Complete DOT and customer paperwork including delivery tickets, pre and post trip inspections, driver logs, trip records, and vehicle service reports
Submit all customer paperwork and deposits daily, including invoices, load orders, and handheld reports
Ensure sufficient route inventory levels to meet customer demands while adhering to account inventory control and company distribution procedures; document condition of freight before departure
Attend all driver workshops and training sessions
Use company supported applications or systems properly
Represent DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with customers or other individuals
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required