Driver Class A

Class A Driver

Calavo Temecula Packinghouse

Location:

Temecula, CA 92590, USA

• Benefit eligible
• Seasonal
• Fulltime
• pay range $21.63- $32.45.

Calavo has a rich culture of constant innovation and sustainable practices. Calavo evolved from “the first name in avocados” into a global leader of quality produce and food products. We have expanded our portfolio and helped revolutionize the fresh food industry with fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and healthy prepared foods. We are committed to building diverse teams and an inclusive culture. Our values cultivate shared goals, respect, quality products with a motivated and engaged team that is passionate about what we do.

Pick up goods and materials, verify loads for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed. Load and unload cargo. Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance; comply with all safe work practices, policies, and processes always. Complete and verify paperwork for accuracy.

With a Class A CDL and the proper endorsements, you may drive the following types of vehicles:
Tractor-trailers Truck and trailer combinations, and Flatbeds. With a Class A license the Driver can operate any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the towed vehicle is heavier than 10,000 pounds.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares truck for operation by inspecting general condition; checking fluid levels and tire pressure; obtaining or scheduling required repairs; validating adherence to road-ability standards.
• Will be required to move or re-arrange pallets by using a pallet jack (manual or electric) to ensure proper securing of the items as well as to ensure no damage during transit; will assist the unloading of product at customer locations.
• Delivers items by following the pre-established routes; supervising the unloading and loading of the product; maintaining a strict schedule.
• Ensures the operation of equipment and vehicle by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting and calling for repairs when required.
• Maintains safety checks, safe operations and clean appearance by complying with the Company’s operational policies, procedures and standards as well as federal, state and local driving rules and regulations; cleans truck exterior and interior.
• Produces and maintains paperwork related to deliveries and driver paperwork such as driver logs and time sheets.
• Verifies shipping instructions and other special delivery information, as needed
• May help support truck loading and off-loading process.
• Follows scheduled delivery schedules to optimizing trucking and transportation related costs.
• Demonstrates key product knowledge of Calavo’s Transportation systems and strategies, and will be entrusted to use diligence and care with considerable and impactful configuration updates to these systems.
• Regularly interacts with cross-functional team representatives and other departments to resolve issues with management of shipping and/or receiving exceptions.
• Builds strong working relationships with internal and external customers as needed.
• Responsible for identifying issues related to rejected shipments, up charges, damaged goods, fees, service charges, etc.
• Escalates difficult matters to the Manager and keeps them abreast of all Transportation and delivery issues.
• Performs other duties as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required or equivalent.
• Valid CDL-A driving license
• Be at least 23 years or older.
• Previous OTR experience - more than 2+ year
• Clean MVR (no accidents in the past 3 years)
• No DUI in the past 5 years
• Ability to work early morning, evening hours. Availability for Weekend OT as required
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state trucking regulations
• Double/Triple endorsement helpful
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical including a drug and alcohol screening as required by federal law for all commercial drivers.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES.The individual shall possess:

• Ability to speak, read, and write including the ability to communicate work directions and issues in a clear, professional manner in English; fluency Spanish is helpful.
• Working knowledge of current (or similar) transportation…