Meadow Gold Dairy has immediate job openings for dependable CDL-B Relief Delivery Truck driver to operate a straight truck safely and efficiently and manually unload/deliver various dairy products to customer locations. Our drivers build relationships with each customer using their positive, friendly attitudes and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations. Meadow Gold Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities

• come join us!

OUR TRUCK DRIVERS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE

$30.64 to start with an increase to $34.04 within the first year

RELIEF SCHEDULE

early morning shift Monday

• Friday

BENEFITS

Union pension plan and 401(k)

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  Competitive pay
  Paid vacation and holidays
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  Career growth opportunities
• we promote from within!

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Uniforms provided

Work for dairy farming families

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices

Deliver 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 manner

Follow designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel. Report delivery delays to management due to road conditions, accidents or breakdowns

Based 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)

Collect empty cases

Provide merchandising support based on customer requirements and promote the addition and sales of new products if appropriate

Communicate effectively and maintain good relations with customers, resolve customer complaints, and report any problems to the driver supervisor or manager

Ensure and/or perform proper maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment used (tires, fuel, oil check, etc.) and maintain a clean vehicle

Ensure load is properly secured prior to travel and at each stop and make adjustments when needed

Complete 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 reports

Submit all customer paperwork and deposits daily, including invoices, load orders, and handheld reports

Ensure sufficient route inventory levels to meet customer demands while adhering to account inventory control and company distribution procedures; document condition of freight before departure

Attend all driver workshops and training sessions

Use company supported applications or systems properly

Represent DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with customers or other individuals

The 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 required

• varies by company and governing CBAs High School Diploma or equivalent
  Up to 2 years of experience driving a straight truck or pup truck, within the last 5 years preferred
  Must meet minimum age requirements
  Must meet DFA requirements for Motor Vehicle Records
  Must meet all DOT requirements
  Certification and/or License
• valid Class B/Class B with Air Brake CDL An Equal Opportunity Employer