Driver

Summary:

The Ukiah Daily Journal is looking for a reliable, Full-Time Route Delivery Driver. Based out of Ukiah, you will drive a company vehicle to pick up newspapers, sort them, and get them ready for our local delivery carriers.

If you like working independently and enjoy driving, we want to hear from you!

Shift Details: Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Full-Time)

What you will do:

• Routinely drive company vehicle to/from, Lakeport and Ukiah

• Travel to Bay Area (Concord) once a week

• Pick up/deliver papers to distribution sites

• Sort and label papers to distribute to carriers

• Work is essentially outdoors, and involves exposure to all weather and road conditions

What you will bring:

• Regular and reliable attendance

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

• Basic computer skills (email, entering time and expenses)

• Good driving record

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms and requires the ability to lift/carry papers

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly wage is $16.90 or required city/county minimum wage + Cell stipend. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

Who we are:

The Ukiah Daily Journal, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is the trusted source for news and information in Ukiah and Mendocino County, California. Published Tuesday through Sunday, we deliver daily coverage of the local events, issues, and stories that matter most to our community.

“4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026”  

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

• Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.

Closing Date:

• Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

• A full pre-employment background check, drug screen, and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

• Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

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