Class A Truck Driver

At Ole, our mission is to produce the finest Authentic Mexican inspired products with an unwavering commitment to quality and freshness. We believe that holding a seat at your dinner table is the ultimate compliment, and we strive to help families create wholesome, fun, and authentic eating experiences.

Class A Truck Driver Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and organized Class A truck driver who possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina who thrives working long hours on the road and can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.

Class A Truck Driver Duties and Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle

• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.

• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.

• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit

• Transport goods, livestock, etc. from the place of origin to assigned destination

• Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner

• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage

• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations

• Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients

• Assist in mapping delivery routes

• Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries

• Communicate with dispatch as needed

• Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document

• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip

• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure

• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean

• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)

• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered

• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times

• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs

• Track and report working hours

• Adhere to company rules and regulations

• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions

• Comply with ICC and DOT regulations

• Make safety a priority at all times

Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

• Valid Class A driver's license required

• 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred

• Clean driving record with no moving violations

• Must pass a background check and drug test

• Skilled at driving large vehicles

• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer

• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented

• Physically and mentally fit

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time

• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.

• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems

• An innate sense of direction

• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful

• High level of composure and good stress management