CDL-A Driver - Sarasota at United Natural Foods Inc in Sarasota, Florida

Job Description:

Job Overview:

New Rates for drivers are $27.00 per hour! The essential functions and basic duties of the CDL Driver are to perform pre and post trip inspection of their vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures. As a Delivery Driver, you are also responsible for delivering and unloading products, reviewing paperwork, checking orders for the correct number of boxes, correcting addresses and support documentation, completing time cards, entering trip data into the on-board computer, and completing paper logs if necessary.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Ensure compliance with company procedures as outlined in UNFI's Driver Handbook and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (DOT).


• Perform required vehicle safety inspections before, during and after dispatch.


• Comply with federal hours of service requirements.


• Correctly execute daily log and trip report.


• Immediately report all accidents involving company equipment to appropriate manager.


• Comply with Federal and State mandated traffic laws and established company safety procedures.


• Maintain basic familiarity and compliance with FMCS regulations.


• Maintain schedule of deliveries per dispatch instructions.

Job Requirements:

As a Delivery Driver, you must have solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions and display good time management, computer, and math skills. It is also important that you have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Our successful drivers require specific certifications, knowledge, and experience as outlined below:

• Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration and a valid state specific Commercial Driver’s License (Class A and CDL Drivers require respective licensing).


• Ability to pass a written exam and road test.


• Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) law and mandates and understanding of UNFI’s safety standards.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor