Class A CDL Route Driver (RSR Portland)

Pay Range: $32.12 - $35.69/hr

Consistent route and home every night!

Summary:

Operating a commercial motor vehicle delivering and selling products to restaurants, grocery stores, hospitals, warehouses, and like accounts as the route is assigned. Using the company-issued handheld computer and printer to keep accurate records and maintain the necessary paperwork to perform the job. 

Essential Functions:

• Conduct a pre-trip inspection at the beginning of each workday.


• Operate and maneuver delivery trucks and trailers into tight parking areas while watching for traffic, buildings, and pedestrians.


• Read work orders/load sheets or follow oral instructions to ascertain the needs of each account.


• Load and unload products from company vehicles using hand trucks and pallet jacks.


• Check-in every order with the account and bill the customer accurately.


• Knowledge of all products, current and new.


• Make sure the customer is aware of all promotions.


• Sanitize the delivery truck daily as part of your end-of-the-day procedures along with a post-trip inspection of the delivery truck.


• Provide customers with Point-of-Sale materials.


• Always maintain the correct temperature of your truck/trailer.


• Always observe all driving laws, and use safe and defensive driving.


• Learn to operate the Handheld Route accounting computer and printer assigned to each driver


• Check product date codes and rotate product stock.


• Account for all inventory on route through driver master load sheets, invoicing, and end-of-day procedures.


• Maintain an accurate route book with applicable information noted for each account.


• Keep delivery trucks clear of clutter and clean up spills. Utilize food safety practices.


• Report all vehicle and safety concerns to appropriate personnel.


• Tend to customer requests and demands. Communicate any necessary concerns to the appropriate department.


• Mount tire chains on specific tires as needed (subject to weather conditions).


• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• 21 years of age or older


• High School Diploma or GED equivalent


• Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, minimum 18 months driving experience


• Current Medical Examination Card


• Ability to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, and holidays


• Ability to work and drive-in all-weather conditions


• Good written and oral communication skills


• Good math skills


• Ability to work under pressure, organized and efficient use of time


• Maintain a good personal appearance.


• Must be responsible and reliable.