Job DescriptionnnGeneral PurposennOperate a straight truck or pup truck to deliver products in a safe and timely manner to customers 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 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 mannernnFollow designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel. Report delivery delays to management due to road conditions, accidents or breakdownsnnBased 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)nnCollect empty casesnnProvide merchandising support based on customer requirements and promote the addition and sales of new products if appropriatennCommunicate effectively and maintain good relations with customers, resolve customer complaints, 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 vehiclennEnsure load is properly secured prior to travel and at each stop and make adjustments when needednnComplete 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 reportsnnSubmit all customer paperwork and deposits daily, including invoices, load orders, and handheld reportsnnEnsure sufficient route inventory levels to meet customer demands while adhering to account inventory control and company distribution procedures; 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 requirednnRequirementsnnEducation and ExperiencennHigh School Diploma or equivalentnnUp to 2 years of experience driving a straight truck or pup truck, 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 CDL Class B/Class B with Air Brake endorsementnnKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesnnKnowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirementsnnSkill with math for calculating load size and recording accurate volume/weight measurementsnnCustomer service skillsnnAble 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 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 EnglishnnAn Equal Opportunity Employer