Driver - Class A - Full Time-No Overnights
 Harvesters | |
paid time off, paid holidays, 403(b)
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 United States, Missouri, Kansas City | |
 Feb 01, 2025 | |
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Join the fight against food insecurity. Make a difference in the community by applying to our Class A Driver position! It is full time position with no overnights. We offer a robust benefits package, including employee paid medical, dental, life and disability insurance and a 403b plan. Our paid time off is genereous and includes paid holidays. JOB SUMMARY: Transport, load and unload product in order to have product available and to deliver product to agencies. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for pick-up, deliveries, loading and unloading and assisting receiving staff. * Maintain proper CDL Class A license as required by state/federal regulations. * Maintain, clean, and safely operate all trucks, tractors, trailers and warehouse equipment. * Submit daily inspections and maintain accurate and timely data base through the trucks ELD. * Maintain positive customer relationships with product donors and agencies. * Handle food according to safe food handling procedures. * Maintain availability for any and all driving assignments. * Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner. * Perform warehouse duties and other assignments as required. OTHER ASPECTS OF THE JOB: * Maintain a safe driving record as defined by Department of Transportation (DOT) and Harvesters. * Overtime is available * Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers, managers, and customers/clients. * Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Harvesters. * This position requires travel to other Locations within the service area. It occasionally requires lifting over 50 pounds. Incumbent will spend 50% of the time driving a vehicle (truck, car, forklift, and other machinery) 40% of the time loading and unloading vehicles and 10% of the time performing other duties. * This position requires an understanding of all Harvesters food safety policies and compliance with all food safety related procedures. QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 1 year of experience in commercial truck driving or graduated from a certified truck driving school * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Basic computer skills * Missouri or Kansas Commercial Drivers License (C.D.L.) class A * Must pass DOT physical * Clean driving record * High School Diploma or Equivalent . | |