Driver Class A

Class A Driver
Calavo Temecula Packinghouse
Location: Temecula, CA 92590, USA

• Benefit eligible
• Seasonal
• Fulltime
• pay range $21.63- $32.45.

Calavo has a rich culture of constant innovation and sustainable practices. Calavo evolved from "the first name in avocados" into a global leader of quality produce and food products. We have expanded our portfolio and helped revolutionize the fresh food industry with fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and healthy prepared foods.We are committed to building diverse teams and an inclusive culture. Our values cultivate shared goals, respect, quality products with a motivated and engaged team that is passionate about what we do.
Pick up goods and materials, verify loads for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed. Load and unload cargo. Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance; comply with all safe work practices, policies, and processes always. Complete and verify paperwork for accuracy.
With a Class A CDL and the proper endorsements, you may drive the following types of vehicles: Tractor-trailers Truck and trailer combinations, and Flatbeds. With a Class A license the Driver can operate any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the towed vehicle is heavier than 10,000 pounds.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares truck for operation by inspecting general condition; checking fluid levels and tire pressure; obtaining or scheduling required repairs; validating adherence to road-ability standards.
• Will be required to move or re-arrange pallets by using a pallet jack (manual or electric) to ensure proper securing of the items as well as to ensure no damage during transit; will assist the unloading of product at customer locations.
• Delivers items by following the pre-established routes; supervising the unloading and loading of the product; maintaining a strict schedule.
• Ensures the operation of equipment and vehicle by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting and calling for repairs when required.
• Maintains safety checks, safe operations and clean appearance by complying with the Company's operational policies, procedures and standards as well as federal, state and local driving rules and regulations; cleans truck exterior and interior.
• Produces and maintains paperwork related to deliveries and driver paperwork such as driver logs and time sheets.
• Verifies shipping instructions and other special delivery information, as needed
• May help support truck loading and off-loading process.
• Follows scheduled delivery schedules to optimizing trucking and transportation related costs.
• Demonstrates key product knowledge of Calavo's Transportation systems and strategies, and will be entrusted to use diligence and care with considerable and impactful configuration updates to these systems.
• Regularly interacts with cross-functional team representatives and other departments to resolve issues with management of shipping and/or receiving exceptions.
• Builds strong working relationships with internal and external customers as needed.
• Responsible for identifying issues related to rejected shipments, up charges, damaged goods, fees, service charges, etc.
• Escalates difficult matters to the Manager and keeps them abreast of all Transportation and delivery issues.
• Performs other duties as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required or equivalent.
• Valid CDL-A driving license
• Be at least 23 years or older.
• Previous OTR experience - more than 2+ year
• Clean MVR (no accidents in the past 3 years)
• No DUI in the past 5 years
• Ability to work early morning, evening hours. Availability for Weekend OT as required
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state trucking regulations
• Double/Triple endorsement helpful
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical including a drug and alcohol screening as required by federal law for all commercial drivers.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES. The individual shall possess:

• Ability to speak, read, and write including the ability to communicate work directions and issues in a clear, professional manner in English; fluency Spanish is helpful.
• Working knowledge of current (or similar) transportation operations
• Ability to operate manual and electric pallet jacks.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to apply logical thinking and exercise sound judgment while driving.

WORK DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS : While performing the duties of this Job it is primarily sedentary or working in a chilled factory or warehouse environment. Required to sit for periodic and prolonged periods while operating a truck hauling a trailer. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear; sit for prolong periods and use hands to finger, handle, lift or feel. May be exposed periodically to chilled or warm temperatures within the operations and warehouse environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay Range:

• The base hourly wage we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $21.63- $32.45.
• The actual hourly wage for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
• Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Calavo Growers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Calavo is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Calavo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family.