Delivery Driver CDL-A

Upper Lakes Foods • Hinckley, MN • 1h ago

Hinckley, MN, USA | Hourly | 85,000.00-100,000.00 per year | Full Time

Looking for an exciting opportunity that's more than just a gig? Join Upper Lakes Foods as a Full-Time Delivery Driver in Cloquet, MN area, and embark on a thrilling journey every day!

With a competitive pay of $90,000 per year, you'll be rewarded for your hustle while enjoying the freedom and adventure of the open road. Imagine driving through beautiful landscapes, interacting with customers, and being the hero that ensures their favorite foods arrive safely and on time. Your role will be integral to our customer-centric mission, where you get to solve problems and create delightful experiences daily.

You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and Competitive Salary. If you're ready to shift gears into a fulfilling career with innovation at its core, we can't wait to hear from you!

Hello, we're Upper Lakes Foods.

Upper Lakes Foods, is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

Your day to day as a Delivery Driver

As a Full-Time Delivery Driver at Upper Lakes Foods, in Cloquet, MN, you'll be the backbone of our logistics team! Your day will start with essential pre-trip responsibilities, reviewing your itinerary, checking customer invoices, and ensuring all trailers meet safety standards according to DOT regulations. Then, you'll hit the road, delivering customer orders on time while maintaining a robust productivity rate.

Unloading products with precision using a two-wheeler and organizing them in designated storage areas will be part of your routine. Your post-trip duties will include managing damaged goods, paperwork, and performing vital safety checks on your vehicle. You'll also fuel up and secure the tractor/trailer, keeping our operations running smoothly. Building strong relationships within the team and community will be key to your role as you demonstrate your commitment to excellence and integrity in every delivery!

Are you a good fit for this Delivery Driver job?

To thrive as a Full-Time Delivery Driver at Upper Lakes Foods, in Cloquet, MN, you'll need a blend of technical skills, experience, and a customer-focused attitude. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, along with at least one year of experience in a transportation role, preferably with three years of CDL driving experience. Food product delivery experience is a plus, but we'll happily train the right candidate.

You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A and demonstrate solid math skills to handle customer transactions accurately. Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English is essential for safety compliance. A working knowledge of GPS and routing software will help you navigate efficiently. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to adapt communication styles are vital, as is a willingness to work in various weather conditions while adhering to safety regulations.

Being physically fit to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and manage up to 500 pounds with a two-wheel cart is also crucial. Your dedication to maintaining a good driving record will keep our deliveries safe and seamless!

Join our team today!

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!

"We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin."

Please see full job description on the Upper Lakes Foods Career Page.

Final candidates are required to successfully complete a background check, MVR, pre-employment lift evaluations, and pre-employment DOT drug screening prior to their employment start date.All offers of employment are conditional and contingent upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory results from a comprehensive background investigation and MVR and a negative result on a pre-employment lift evaluation and DOT drug screen.Failure to successfully complete either requirement may result in withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law.

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