Caruso is a family owned, 4th generation company that delivers fresh ready-to-eat, and pre-cut produce, sandwiches, salads, and fresh meal kits to retail distribution centers and direct-to-retail stores all over the USA.
We are looking for experienced Box Truck Drivers for local routes. The Delivery Driver is responsible for making deliveries to area customers starting at 6am. This route averages 30-35 hours a week and has a rotating schedule.
Job Summary
The Route Driver is the face of the company and must always project a professional and positive image of Caruso while maintaining and building excellent customer relationships. This person is responsible for the safe operation of a motor vehicle, and safely pick up and drop off items to customers so that the customer is given an excellent service experience. This person must maintain compliance with all company policies/procedures and DOT regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
- Operate a company provided CMV.
- Deliver products to our customers in a safe, courteous, and timely manner.
- Follows routes and time schedule.
- Load, unload and deliver to customer specifications and obtain required customer sign offs.
- Establish and maintain outstanding relations with customers.
- Review and verify invoices and purchase requests to ensure accuracy.
- Completes DVIR’s (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
- Follows safety and lifting protocols during deliveries.
- Maintains delivery logs and records.
- Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be at least 21 years of age.
2. Must have verifiable box truck driving experience.
3. A good driving record including none of the following:
- Reckless driving
- DUI/OMVI
- Hit and Run
- Excessive Speed as defined by DOT (15+ miles over)
- No Preventable accidents.
- No more than two moving violations within the last 24 months.
4. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
5. Ability to work and drive in all types of weather.
6. Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
7. Excellent and prompt attendance each day scheduled.