Job DescriptionnnGeneral PurposennOperate a straight truck, tractor-trailer, or double trailer. Deliver products or assets in a safe and timely manner to customers, warehouses, distributors, etc., according to the delivery route schedule as determined by the supervisor. Demonstrate high standards of customer service. Communicate frequently with peers, supervisors, and others.nnJob Duties and ResponsibilitiesnnOperate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practicesnnDeliver products or assets 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 personnelnnReport delivery delays to management due to road conditions, accidents or breakdownsnnBased on route design, load and unload product as required at designated stops (2-wheel cart and/or pallet jacket); may include stocking and ordering of product (varies from route to route)nnCommunicate effectively and maintain good relations with customers and report any problems to the driver supervisor or managernnEnsure and/or perform proper maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment used (tires, fuel, oil check, etc.) and maintain a clean vehiclennComplete all daily paperwork fully and correctly each day. Maintain all log and trip records according to company policy and DOT guidelinesnnPerform load inventory and document condition of freight before departurennAttend all driver workshops and training sessionsnnUse company supported applications or systems properlynnRepresent DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with customers or other individualsnnThe 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 requirednnCommission DrivernnBenefitsnn401KnnVacationnnRequirementsnnAn Equal Opportunity EmployernnEducation and ExperiencennHigh School Diploma or equivalentnn2 or more years of experience driving a tractor trailer, straight truck, or doubles trailer, within the last 5 years preferrednnMust meet minimum age requirementsnnMust meet DFA requirements for Motor Vehicle RecordsnnMust meet all DOT requirementsnnCertification and/or License – valid Class A CDL; some drivers may be required to have a doubles endorsement; license or operator’s permit for at least the three years immediately prior to applicationnnKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesnnKnowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirementsnnSkill in proficient computer usagennSkill with math for calculating load size and recording accurate volume/weight measurementsnnAble to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingnnAble to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal examplennAble to be proactive in seeking solutions and taking appropriate steps to solve problemsnnAble to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamworknnAble to be punctual, follow directions, and meet deadlinesnnAble to present options and ideas to current processes or proceduresnnAble to interpret and apply company policiesnnAble to adapt and manage to change effectivelynnAble to perform task and duties with minimal supervisionnnAble to take initiative in performing jobnnGood organization and record keeping skillsnnMust be able to read, write and speak English