CDL-A Truck Driver- Ridgefield, WA

UNFI is a critical link in North America's food supply chain. Join our growing Distribution Center and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Apply now, what are you waiting for! Job Overview:
As a Class A CDL Driver for UNFI, you will support the Ridgefield Distribution Center by delivering palletized products to corporate and independent retail stores. The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post-trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary. Here is what you will be doing:


Delivering and unloading products utilizing equipment, including a tractor-trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist delivery
Operating vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations, and complaints from the public
Reporting any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager/Department
Keeping vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure, reporting any defects promptly using DCVR form
Picking up supplies and back hauls from vendors while completing related paperwork
Addressing and resolving customer problems as appropriate
Ensuring customer orders arrive in quality condition and correspond precisely to the initial order

Who should apply? Education/Certification:


Current Commercial Driver's License, Class A
Ability to pass a road test

Required skills and experience:


Prefer minimum of one year verified experience operating a tractor trailer
Must be 21 years of age
Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates
Understanding of UNFI's safety standards
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of shipping and receiving functions
Good time management skills
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity