Class A CDL Driver

Job Summary:

A Class A CDL Driver is responsible for the accurate, damage free delivery of products via tractor trailers in an efficient and safe manner. Your work will help fill our stores' orders, meet delivery schedules, and promote customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify that the dock door and trailer are safe and secured prior to unloading.
• Be flexible with scheduling, including availability for shifts, days, overtime, and other times needed to meet production demands.
• Meet and maintain established productivity standards.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety rules, including the safe operation of equipment and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Follow food safety procedures appropriately.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Pass and maintain DOT medical requirements.
• Drive tractor trailers safely and courteously.
• Follow all local, state, and federal driving laws and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and promptly report all driving violations.
• Load and unload pallets, products, and equipment using pallet jacks according to proper procedures.
• Push, pull, lift, and carry up to 100 lbs when necessary.
• Build positive relationships with store personnel by working efficiently, assisting with unloading, communicating issues, and accepting feedback.
• Provide excellent customer service with professionalism, friendliness, and helpfulness while at stores.
• Communicate with logistics and warehouse operations personnel to efficiently facilitate the dispatching process.
• Report any safety, equipment, damaged goods, or other issues to supervision.
• Perform regular safety checks on equipment, including trailer temperature checks.

Experience & Qualifications:

• None required for experience.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a driving role desired.
• Basic knowledge of DOT regulations.
• One or more years of Class A CDL driving experience.
• City driving experience preferred.
• Electric pallet jack experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• No commercial DUI/DWI on record.
• No personal DUI/DWI on record within the last 5 years.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Regional travel required - Daily, more than 50%.
• Must be at least 21 years of age

About Us:

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food we’re one giant family of diverse and talented team members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company, which is why we focus on creating a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. With deep caring and solid family values, we’ve become one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis Areas.

From our warehouses to our grocery stores and through our corporate offices, we work together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We’re always looking for the best team members to join our family.