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Dairy Farmers of America
Class B Relief
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What they do
A Route Sales Representative sells and delivers products for a company or organization. Uses company or organization delivery vehicles to deliver and sell products to clients, and ensures a high-quality customer service experience.
$70,605 / year median in Colorado
-1% projected decline
Job Description
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 Dairyis 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
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 yearRELIEF SCHEDULE
early morning shift Monday- Friday
BENEFITS
Union pension plan and 401(k)- Competitive pay Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities
- we promote from within!
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
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Other Retirement and Savings