Truck Driver

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Operates tractor-trailer truck for the New Bakery Transportation Company of Ohio, Inc.; maintains contact with supervisor or dispatcher for delivery instructions, transports product, off loads, records and collects proper logs and documentation. Ensures tractor-trailer truck operation and equipment adhere to Company procedures and government regulations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Connects trailer to truck and conducts pre-trip, mid-trip and post-trip safety inspection of tires, lights, horn, steering, service brakes, windshield wipers, mirrors and coupling devices. Signs off on inspections in accordance with Federal motor carrier safety regulations.

2. Drives truck to and from specified destinations. Removes empty store freezer racks, cleans freezer and rotates product to ensure old product is used first. Unloads product and places in freezer. Rotates truck product and reloads empty racks. Completes appropriate paperwork authorization and documentation from each destination. Ensures store security by activating alarm systems and following individual store safety requirements, as necessary.

3. Remains aware of customers’ needs and desires; ensures continued high levels of customer service.

4. Records duty status with electronic recording device or paper logs to comply with Federal motor carrier 

safety regulations.

5. Notifies the Company of breakdowns, accidents or anticipated delays, as soon as possible.

6. Ensures tractor-trailer truck operations adhere to Company procedures and Federal motor carrier regulations.

7. Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Federal motor carrier safety regulations, duty recording devices, computerized alarm systems, wheeled dollies, rack hooks, map reading and general truck repair.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

1-3 year of tractor trailer truck driving experience and valid “Class A” commercial driver’s license. Physical examination required every 2 years.

Driving Statuses:

Lead Driver-This full time associate is the senior driver in truck, and is issued and held responsible for equipment and paperwork. Ensures all procedures and policies are followed within that truck and for all runs. Receives higher pay rate based on this status. Scheduled to run 3 runs per week. Lead driver has ability to select runs based on his spot on the seniority list.

2^nd Seat/Co-Driver- This full-time associate is the 2^nd most senior driver in the truck. Becomes lead driver if lead is off work. When this occurs, 2^nd driver upholds the responsibility of the lead driver. This position is scheduled for 3 runs per week and is paid less than lead driver and same as the casual driver.

Casual Driver-This full-time position is on call 24/7, filling seats as they come available for any 2^nd seat driver, scheduled off for that day/week. In rare occasions, casual drivers can become lead driver or 2^nd seat driver if no one is available for runs (typically occurs during busy season and is more frequent with Saturday runs) meeting the bakery’s needs. 

ELDT-Entry Level Driver Trainee-Applicants with less than 1 year of experience may qualify for our 8 week entry level driver training program. ELDT positions vary based on trainer availability and business need.