Local Driver

Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution, and cross-docking services. We operate refrigerated and non-refrigerated warehouses for storage needs but also Value-Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting and fulfillment needs. We work with some of the household names that your family puts on the dinner table every night. It's an important job, one that makes a difference in your community. This is the first step in launching your career with a family-run company that cares about you, your family and your success. We encourage our employees to learn and grow with us, while enjoying the friendly culture and great benefits that come with the MRS experience.
Please contact our Driver Recruitment Team directly at 414-340-2305
General Position Overview:
We are urgently hiring a Local Driver for our Ocean Spray Dedicated Shuttle Program! This position must possess and maintain a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License. Qualify meeting the requirements of a Federal Medical Card and the fit for duty standards. Be able to operate all facets of tractor / trailer combination equipment in a satisfactory and safe manner. Possess strong communication abilities to interface with customers and the public representing the company as an ambassador in a positive and professional manner.
At Midwest Refrigerated Services, we are driven by our Midwest Values of:

• M odesty
• I ntegrity
• D ependability
• W ork Ethic
• E fficiency
• S afety
• T rust

It is the expectation that all employees exemplify these values.
General Accountabilities include:

• Complete daily logbooks & vehicle inspection reports
• Complete customer & task specific trip reports
• Hooking/unhooking various tractor trailer combinations, lower/raise landing gear & open/close cargo doors
• Observe & abide by all company policies in the Company Handbook/ Driver Safety Manual
• Operate within the guidelines of all state & federal DOT regulations
• Load, unload & secure cargo
• Accurately & legibly complete all require paperwork associated with the delivery of freight
• Maintain a daily record of duty status in accordance with federal, state & company requirements
• Driving local routes daily

Skills Required:

• Ability to lift 50lbs or more
• Ability to repeatedly bend at the waist/neck, twist & rotate hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows and forearms
• Ability to appraise, evaluate & adequately respond to environmental strain/emotional stress
• Ability to withstand abrupt hour changes, irregular work/rest cycles, noise/vibration, temperature/weather extremes, irregular meals, and delays
• Available for flexible start/finish time to accommodate customer requests

Prerequisites:

• Possess & maintain a valid Class "A" CDL Commercial Driver License
• Possess satisfactory, verifiable experience and/or appropriate training in Interstate Commercial Class "A" Vehicle Operation & the transportation of freight
• Meet the requirement of a Federal Medical Card & the Fit for Duty Standard

Shift/Route:

• Mornings: 4AM-4PM
• Rotating schedule every other weekend: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off
• Week 1 - 36 hours
• Week 2 - 48 hours
• Guaranteed 84 hours in a pay period and overtime eligibility

Company Benefits:

• Paid Time Off!
• $500 Referral Program - Refer hard working employees, get paid up to $500 per referral!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid - life insurance and disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Holiday pay
• 401K with company match

We encourage Veterans to apply. Each applicant will be required to pass all pre-employment testing. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by MRS, will be contacted.
Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.