CDL Route Driver- Jumper

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Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers nationwide, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Vestis works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes teamwork and establishes a professional identity. 

Overview:

Successful CDL Route Drivers must be able to balance work in a safe and expedient manner with accurately transporting merchandise into and/or out of the cleanroom laundry facility. 

Shift: Monday - Friday; 6:00am - 4:00pm

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Safely operates a company tractor-trailer in designated area to provide products and service to a variety of clients.
• Confirms route scheduled and details with Market Center Cleanroom Manager.
• Verifies daily preventative maintenance of vehicle/truck, schedules regular maintenance for tractor/trailer, and maintains proper operator documentation, driver duty status logs, daily vehicle inspections reports, and schedules.
• Manages daily route to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product.
• Monitor customer feedback and handle customer issues in a prompt and courteous manner
• Loads/unloads product per company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Takes responsibility for personal safety and watches out for the safety of others in the Market Center and across the road transportation.
• Uses safe precautions, proper tools, and equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies.
• Knows and adheres to Federal, State, and local highway transportation laws and regulations.
• Carries at all times the required driving license and medical certification as required by state/federal regulations.
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the activities described above.

Working Environment/Safety Requirements/Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to adverse and varying weather conditions which may include extreme hot/cold temperatures depending on geographical location.
• Fast-paced environment requiring irregular and long hours.
• Exposure to odors/fumes, noise, and vibration.
• Must be able to routinely lift and maneuver a minimum of 25 lbs. and load/unload product from truck without assistance. 
• Must be able to occasionally lift and maneuver 50 lbs., stand/walk while loading and unloading, frequently sit while driving for prolonged periods between locations.
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations. 
• Must be able to occasionally push and pull a force up to 50 lbs. moving carts and pallets.
• Requires bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Customer service experience with a wide variety of consistent customer contact
• Strong math and basic computer skills
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills required
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and think quickly to identify/solve customer concerns.

Education

• High school degree or equivalent preferred

License Requirements/ Certifications

• Must be a minimum of 23 years of age, have a valid CDL-A driver’s license, and excellent driving record
• Minimum 1-year CDL A driving experience required; in a similar vehicle to what is required on the job.
• Must meet minimum DMV/MVR points per company policy
• Current DOT Medical Certification

Benefits: Vestis offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, and pension. Employees are eligible for 40 hours of vacation after 1 year, 8 hours of floating holidays after 1 year, and up to 48 hours paid sick time every year. Employees will also receive 6 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Compensation: The hourly rate that Vestis expects to reasonably pay for this position is $33.50.

Location: 700 Industrial Blvd NE Minneapolis, MN 55413

Salary : $34