Class-A Delivery Driver

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Operates tractor-trailer truck for the New Bakery Transportation Company of Ohio, Inc.; maintains contact with supervisor or dispatcher for delivery instructions, transports product, offloads, records, and collects proper logs and documentation. Ensures tractor-trailer truck operations and equipment adhere to Company procedures and government regulations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Connects trailer to truck and conducts pre-trip, mid-trip, and post-trip safety inspection of tires, lights, horn, steering, service brakes, windshield wipers, mirrors, and coupling devices—signs off on inspections following Federal motor carrier safety regulations.

2. Drives truck to and from specified destinations. Removes empty store freezer racks, cleans the freezer, and rotates product to ensure older products are used first. Unloads product and places it in the freezer. Rotates truck product and reloads empty racks. Completes appropriate paperwork, authorization, and documentation from each destination. Ensures store security by activating alarm systems and adhering to individual store safety requirements as necessary.

3. Remains aware of customers’ needs and desires; ensures continued high levels of customer service.

4. Records duty status with an electronic recording device or paper logs to comply with Federal motor carrier safety regulations.

5. Notifies the Company of breakdowns, accidents, or anticipated delays, as soon as possible.

6. Ensures tractor-trailer truck operations adhere to Company procedures and Federal motor carrier regulations.

7. Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Federal motor carrier safety regulations, duty recording devices, computerized alarm systems, wheeled dollies, rack hooks, map reading, and general truck repair.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

1-3 years of tractor-trailer truck driving experience and a valid "Class A" commercial driver's license. Physical examination is required every 2 years.

Driving Statuses:

Lead Driver - This full-time associate is the senior driver in the truck and is responsible for issuing and maintaining equipment and ensuring the accuracy of paperwork. Ensures all procedures and policies are followed within that truck and for all runs. Receives a higher pay rate based on this status and is scheduled to run three runs per week. The lead driver can select runs based on his spot on the seniority list.

2nd Seat/Co-Driver - This full-time associate is the second most senior driver in the truck. Becomes the lead driver if a lead is off work. When this occurs, 2nd driver upholds the responsibility of the lead driver. This position is scheduled for three runs per week and is paid less than the lead driver and the same as the casual driver.

Casual Driver - This full-time position is on call 24/7, filling seats as they become available for any second-seat driver scheduled off for that day or week. On rare occasions, casual drivers can become lead drivers or second-seat drivers if no one is available for runs (typically occurs during the busy season and is more frequent with Saturday runs), thereby meeting the bakery’s needs.

(ELDT)Entry Level Driver Trainee - Applicants with less than 1 year of experience may qualify for our 8-week entry-level driver training program. ELDT positions vary based on trainer availability and business need.