Commercial Long Haul Driver

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Distribution Manager
What it's really like to work here?
At Riverence, we do things differently. We work together as a team, like a close-knit family, to achieve innovation, initiative, and encouragement in the workplace. We are on the mission to raise the standards of aquaculture, redefine what it means to be a responsible fishery and become the leading provider of truly sustainable seafood. Riverence consists of facilities located primarily in the Magic Valley of ID that range from 14 different fish farms, a research and development facility, a processing plant, and 4 brood facilities that are located in WA and rural ID.
We offer excellent comprehensive benefits to our employees to ensure their health which include medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, life insurance, short term & long-term disability plans and more!
If you are ready to put in hard work as a valued member of our team, while making a positive difference in our environment, Riverence is the fit for you!
Summary/Objective
Be responsible for the loading, unloading, and delivery of product throughout the lower 48 states. You will be assigned specific routes that you will be responsible to know and be able to execute. This is a team operation and there is no steady solo operation.
Essential Functions

• Responsible for the care of the assigned vehicle to include pre/post trip inspections identifying any and all mechanical problems.
• Identify any potential hazards or safety concerns and report them to the Maintenance Coordinator or Distribution Manager.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations with regards to on duty, driving, sleeper, and off duty time and all aspects of operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle.
• Provide the highest level of service to all customers through on time deliveries and through professional communication no matter the circumstances.
• Contact customer/secondary carrier when late to coordinate for time of arrival.
• Identify issues with the way the truck is loaded or planned to the Distribution Coordinators.
• Report any overage or shortage immediately.
• Report any service-related incidents immediately.
• Pick up assigned backhaul on time and coordinate with the necessary agencies for delivery.
• Make suggestions to route and customer drops to improve the effectiveness of the truck routing.
• Learn the route so that you can suggest alternate routes if weather or breakdown delays.
• Volunteer for extra runs when available, and when they meet your current schedule requirements.
• At times, work independently with minimal supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements
Competencies

• Work well as a team member.
• Possess good communication skills.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Ability to work flexible work schedules with varying hours as required.

Supervisory Responsibility
May be assigned supervision of tasks
Work Environment
The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to noise. The worker can be subject to cold and wet conditions.
Physical Demands
This job involves physical activity and the ability to lift 65 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly. Pull up to 2500 lbs. on a pallet jack. Ability to pass Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) physical exam is mandatory.
The work often will be required to have a range of motion as follows:

• Often requires walking or moving to accomplish tasks.
• Often requires working on a concrete floor for sustained periods of time.
• Occasionally requires stooping and reaching.
• Occasionally requires pushing using upper extremities to press against something with steady force.
• Occasionally requires pulling using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting is required on a constant basis.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Full-time position: Hours will vary based on DOT regulations and route assignment
Expected Hours of Work: Hours will Vary
Travel
Extensive Travel is required
Required Education and Experience

• Twenty-one (21) years or older.
• Possess a Commercial Driver's License (Class A).
• Pass a D.O.T. Physical and drug screen exam.
• Pass a D.O.T. road test.
• Pass a Background screening
• Have a proven background in the operation of a Class 8 vehicle.
• Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 30-degree F to -20 degree F.
• Ability to work well with others and show a positive attitude.
• Record keeping ability and ability to read and write in English
• Must be able to adhere to all Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Must be able to adhere to all of Riverence Provisions LLC., safety standards.
• Work well as a team member.
• Must accept assignments of co-drivers of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex and national origin according to established job bid/assignment procedures.

Preferred Education and Experience
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.