Description
To be a Short Haul Driver, you must have at least 2 years of experience driving with your Class A license.
Our Short Haul Drivers may work a variety of shifts, including those that start early in the morning, those that end late in the evening, and those that include work on the weekends. So a flexible Monday - Friday schedule is essential!
This is a salaried position that includes detention pay. Starting salary for this position ranges from $60 - $75k depending on experience.
Short Haul Drivers are required to take runs down to New York City and Long Island and are expected to engage with customers and clients in a courteous and professional manner. This position also requires you to be a self-driven and motivated individual who's open to new challenges and can work independently.
This position will fill in for our Delivery Drivers in the event of an emergency.
"Ginsberg's is truly an excellent place to be! It's a breath of fresh air" - Ginsberg's Foods Short Haul Driver
https://youtu.be/z9dgLWYp8Ho?si=N_iIcEos33QmKVtk
Essential Functions:
Schedules time, and plans and adjusts routes as necessary in order to successfully complete job tasks as expected while maintaining compliance with Department of Transportation Hours of Service regulations.
Communicates with Ginsberg’s Foods Transportation management and staff regarding departure and arrival times.
Collects and verifies instructions from appropriate sources. Collect all shipping tenders from drivers mail slot in the logistics department.
Reads and understands Bills of Lading to determine assignment details.
Follows special cargo-related procedures.
Sets and monitors refrigeration systems in order to maintain correct temperature requirements.
Organizes the assigned paperwork for the day’s deliveries, and maintains accurate computer and hardcopy reports and daily logs.
In accordance with Ginsberg’s Foods policy and procedures, conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the tractor and trailer, and reports any unsafe or defective equipment on the daily DVCR’s.
Adheres to all company safety programs and practices to ensure personal safety and the protection of company vehicles and/or equipment.
Applying is quick and easy!
If the No Touch Short Haul Driver position seems like the right fit for you, simply answer a few short questions and, if you meet the requirements stated above, our Recruiter will give you a call!
For more information, visit our website!
https://ginsbergs.com/careers/
Great benefits are waiting for you:
401(k) & Roth 401(k) savings plans with a company match
Healthcare insurance (health, dental, vision)
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
New equipment
Employee assistance programs
Company-provided life insurance
Quarterly incentives
Boot allowance 2x a year
Company provided uniforms
Access to on-site Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapists
Employee discounts in our Will Call Center
We are Ginsberg’s:
As a family owned and operated company since 1909, we foster a welcoming workplace culture, embracing engagement and development, and attracting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse workforce. We adhere to our core values; Respect for all people, excellent customer service, building strong relationships, and a dedicated commitment to community.
If you share these values, begin your career with Ginsberg’s Foods today!
Qualifications
Skills
Required
Understand DOT Laws, Rules and Regulations: Expert
Strong English language aptitude: Intermediate
Customer Service: Intermediate
Flexible Schedule: Advanced
Ability to Multi-Task: Advanced
Ability to complete tasks at a fast-pace: Advanced
Behaviors
Required
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Required
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Education
Required
High School or betterLicenses & Certifications
Required
CLASS A CDLExperience
Required
2 years: CDL A Delivery Driving