CDL B Lead Driver

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Company:****
Zip Code:
08837
Minimum Level of Education:
High School or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience:
1 Year
Employment Type:
Full Time
Travel Percentage:
JOB SUMMARY
All drivers run daily routes with frequent stops and are required to load packages onto hand trucks and unload product at each stop on the assigned route in the order they are designated by the Transportation Department Manager. The candidate will operate successfully in a cross-dock model picking up loaded truck from a nightly delivery at f the assigned loading dock and returning the empty truck back to the assigned lot at the end of the route. May be required to assist occasionally with loading-trucks, palletizing product, and performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager. Responsible for training, monitoring, and evaluating driver performance. Trains and educates drivers in methods and procedures and hold them accountable for results.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
Runs routes efficiently, meeting or exceeding designated route times
Unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas. May include transporting product down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions
Frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs 1-75 pounds, up to 100 pounds; frequently reach up to 72 to stack and unstack pallets and hand cart; constantly bend and twist while loading and unloading product, and retrieving items from trailer
Train new and existing drivers in proper customer service, efficient route driving, product knowledge, paperwork, and proper customer interaction
Ensure cross-training of drivers occurs to assure proper coverage for vacations and absences
Prepare a weekly report of driver and route evaluations
Prepare and maintain route manuals to document information on each route
Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Contact management for authorization when discrepancies on invoice and communicate all errors/returns.
Calls in when a customer does not receive their entire order (shorts)
Handles any customer complaints professionally
Handles company equipment properly, follow written driver safety rules, and performs a pre-trip inspection
Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Sysco policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School or GED or equivalent
Experience
One year route delivery experience or applicable background driving a straight truck
Valid Commercial Drivers License Class B
Ability to motivate, train, and develop delivery drivers
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle crisis situations effectively
Basic knowledge of computer programs and functions including Windows, Microsoft Office, and AS400 applications
Must be able to read and understand English
Skills
Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions
Meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company
Meet or exceed established cases per error goals
Demonstrate strong customer relations and problem resolution skills
Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision
Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control techniques and procedures
Maintain ongoing inter-department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relations
Proven ability to communicate articulately and perform simple arithmetic (Experience in handling money preferred)
Building Customer Loyalty
Managing Work
Adaptability
Building Trust
Follow-up
Communication
Other Information
Frequent lifting of product up to 50 lbs. during the shift, infrequent lifting to 80 lbs
Must be able to climb on and off the box of the truck
Frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
Must be able to work in confined spaces
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
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HOW WE PROTECT OUR
ASSOCIATES
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment and masks provided
Temperature
screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.
We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Were looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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