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Full Time Permanent

Ponchatoula, Louisiana · USA job

Class A Driver - Touch Freight (Local)

Quirch Foods

Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Job description



Job Description:
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Snapshot
  • CDL Required:ClassACDL (CDL-A)
  • Route Type:Local / Multi-Stop Delivery Routes
  • Home Time:Home Daily
  • Freight Type:Touch Freight
  • Schedule:Full-Time
  • Overtime:Available based on business needs
  • Weekend / HolidayAvailability:Requiredas needed


Essential Responsibilities
  • Safely operateaClassAcommercial tractor-trailer / commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to complete scheduled customer deliveries
  • Perform localand multi-stop route deliveries in varying locationsand traffic/weather conditions
  • Load, unload,and deliver product using safe handling proceduresandapproved delivery equipment
  • Perform required pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, DVIR completion,and vehicle safety checks
  • Verify deliveryaccuracy, invoices, product counts,and customer paperwork
  • Collect payments or required documentation whenapplicable
  • Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, Hours of Service rules, CDL qualifications,and company safety policies
  • Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks,and delivery equipment safely
  • Deliver professional customer serviceat delivery locations
  • Maintain strongattendance, punctuality,and route dependability


Physical Requirements

This isaphysically demanding touch freight delivery role.

Drivers must beable to:
  • Frequently lift, carry, push,and pull product
  • Regularly handle productaveraging 40-60 lbs.
  • Occasionally lift productand cases up to 100 lbs.
  • Enterand exit truck cab frequently
  • Work in fast-paced delivery environments


Required Qualifications
  • ValidClassACommercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
  • Current DOT Medical Card / Medical Certification
  • Acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR)
  • Ability to meetall DOT / FMCSA driver qualification requirements
  • Strong commitment to transportation safetyand compliance
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends,and holidaysas needed
  • Must have 1 year driving experience


Preferred Experience
  • Food distribution delivery
  • Multi-stop route delivery
  • Touch freight delivery
  • Commercial truck driving
  • Customer-facing route delivery


Benefits & Why Join Quirch Foods
  • Home daily routes
  • Full-time stable employment
  • Overtime earning opportunities
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k),and PTO
  • Essential industry stability
  • Safety-focused transportation operation
  • Career growth opportunities


Quirch Foods isan Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualifiedapplicantsare considered for employment without regard toage, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.Allapplicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

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