Description

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for your food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Driver team today!
1 year of class A driver experience required

Why Work for UNFI?

• First year, earn up to 85K with overtime and bonus included
• Most deliveries are dock or lift gate unload. Very Little use of ramp and hand truck
• Comprehensive Medical insurance coverage with prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing safe and effective loading and handling procedures.
• Reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into on-board computer.
• Complying with FMCSA regulations.
• Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including tractor trailer, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery.
• Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public.
• Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure; reporting any defects promptly using.
• Supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork.
• Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate.
• Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition.
• Communicating professionally with customers and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver's License.
• Ability to pass a written exam and road test.
• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI's safety standards.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• System implementation experience is preferred.