Class A Driver - Touch Freight (Local)

Quirch Foods, LLCHammond, LouisianaOn-siteFull-timeListed 3 weeks ago

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About this role

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.
- Repeatedly 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.