Truck Driver, CDL A

Commercial Truck Driver

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, "I can't live without them."

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company?

Location : 8024 Telegraph Rd - Severn, Maryland 21144

Job Description

PAY RATE : Pay is based on a combination of mileage and component pay for certain activities. The mileage rate ranges between $0.64-$0.85 per mile. The hourly rate is $31 per hour.

BENEFITS : Excellent benefits package, including PTO and 7 paid holidays. Eligible for healthcare (single and family) first of the month following the date of hire. 401(k) plan with employer match available. Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability. Paid Parental Leave after six months. Eligible holiday premium pay.

OTHER COMPENSATION : Eligible holiday premium pay.

Position Summary

This role is responsible to safely drive commercial truck on designated route to deliver product to a series of customers. Assist to unload products at each delivery location; obtain delivery confirmation and complete necessary paperwork. Perform routine vehicle inspection and operate vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, in compliance with DOT regulations. Perform pre and post trip inspection and complete daily drivers logs.

Here's What You'll Do

• Responsible to safely drive commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated route to deliver products as per delivery schedule, in accordance with all current DOT rules and regulations; regularly make out-of-town deliveries.
• Maintain DOT drivers logbook or electronic logging device (onboard computer) and other delivery documentation.
• Assist to unload truck / trailers at each delivery location and verify correct products are delivered and obtain delivery confirmation and customer signature.
• Inform management of any deviations and / or invoice discrepancies; pickup of damaged goods and customer returns; ensure necessary paperwork is completed and relevant documents are attached.
• Report any unsafe unloading conditions at delivery location to dispatcher / supervisor.
• Perform pre-post trip inspection on vehicle before every run to ensure all mechanical, safety, and emergency components are in working condition and in accordance to DOT regulations.
• Responsible to perform pre-trip duties such as to review driver itinerary and check route details for assigned deliveries; check customer invoices, may move tractors to the loading dock to attach the preloaded trailers and if necessary, maintain required trailer temperature.
• Responsible to perform post-trip duties such as to unload damaged, customer returns products and ensure necessary paperwork is attached; unhook and secure the trailer; refill fuel; park and secure the tractor and hand truck; complete DOT logs and record all deliveries / pickup made, reconcile records with the appropriate company representative as required. Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. clean interiors and exteriors, take vehicle for state inspection, filling tires with air, etc.).
• Report damage and / or repair requirements; coordinate with the dispatcher / supervisor to accomplish routine vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Provide quality customer service at every delivery location; note and report issues and complaints received about schedules and quality of service to dispatcher / supervisor for resolution.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here's What You'll Need

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift and / or move up to 100 pounds frequently during loading and unloading (average case weight of 18.7 pounds, 83% of cases are less than 30 pounds). Must be able to push and pull loaded pallets and carts weighing up to 2,700 pounds. The employee is required to sit up to eleven hours per day and climb in and out of tractor and trailer often. Overnight travel may be required. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a vehicle environment and is exposed to outside weather conditions frequently, including load / unload in extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment us usually low to moderate, but is occasionally moderate to high.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.