Class A Driver - Touch Freight (Local)
- Hammond, Louisiana
- Full-time
- POSTED 1 MONTH AGO
About the job
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Position Snapshot
CDL Required: Class A CDL (CDL- A) Route Type: Local / Multi-Stop Delivery Routes Home Time: Home Daily Freight Type: Touch Freight Schedule: Full-Time Overtime: A vailable based on business needs Weekend / Holiday A vailability: Required a s needed
Essential Responsibilities
Safely operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer / commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to complete scheduled customer deliveries Perform local a nd multi-stop route deliveries in varying locations a nd traffic/weather conditions Load, unload, a nd deliver product using safe handling procedures a nd a pproved delivery equipment Perform required pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, DVIR completion, a nd vehicle safety checks Verify delivery a ccuracy, invoices, product counts, a nd customer paperwork Collect payments or required documentation when a pplicable Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, Hours of Service rules, CDL qualifications, a nd company safety policies Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, a nd delivery equipment safely Deliver professional customer service a t delivery locations Maintain strong a ttendance, punctuality, a nd route dependability
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding touch freight delivery role.
Drivers must be a ble to:
Frequently lift, carry, push, a nd pull product Regularly handle product a veraging 40–60 lbs. Occasionally lift product a nd cases up to 100 lbs. Enter a nd exit truck cab frequently Work in fast-paced delivery environments
Required Qualifications
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL- A) Current DOT Medical Card / Medical Certification Acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) A bility to meet a ll DOT / FMCSA driver qualification requirements Strong commitment to transportation safety a nd compliance Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, a nd holidays a s needed Must have 1 year driving experience
Preferred Experience
Food distribution delivery Multi-stop route delivery Touch freight delivery Commercial truck driving Customer-facing route delivery
Benefits & Why Join Quirch Foods
Home daily routes Full-time stable employment Overtime earning opportunities Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), a nd PTO Essential industry stability Safety-focused transportation operation Career growth opportunities
Quirch Foods is a n Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified a pplicants a re considered for employment without regard to a ge, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. A ll a pplicants must be eligible to work in the United States.