Short Haul Driver Job

Short Haul CDL Class A Driver Job Description

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 – Thursday schedule is essential! Please expect to work longer hours on this shift but know you will always be back home within the same day – no layovers or hotel stays!

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. 

Weekly Work Schedule

• Monday – Thursday, start and end times will vary

Short Haul Driver Salary

•  $28-$35/hour based on level of experience.

Short Haul CDL Class A Driver Essential Functions:

1. 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.
2. Communicates with Ginsberg’s Foods Transportation management and staff regarding departure and arrival times.
3. Collects and verifies instructions from appropriate sources. Collect all shipping tenders from drivers mail slot in the logistics department.
4. Reads and understands Bills of Lading to determine assignment details.
5. Follows special cargo-related procedures.
6. Sets and monitors refrigeration systems in order to maintain correct temperature requirements.
7. Organizes the assigned paperwork for the day’s deliveries, and maintains accurate computer and hardcopy reports and daily logs.
8. 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.
9. Adheres to all company safety programs and practices to ensure personal safety and the protection of company vehicles and/or equipment.
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Education/Experience

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) minimum qualification.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver License with Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• Clean driving record with no major violations in the past 36 months.
• Must pass a DOT physical before employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol tests.

Ginsbgerg’s Foods Employee Benefits Include

• 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
• Boot allowance 1x a year
• Company provided uniforms
• Access to on-site nurse practitioner, massage therapist and cross fit trainer
• Employee discounts in our Will Call Center

Who Ginsberg’s Is

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 of respect for all people, a strong sense of integrity, and excellent customer service.

Applying is quick and easy!

Please click on the form below to apply. If you meet our qualifications, our recruiter will be in contact. For information about all the current job openings at Ginsberg’s Foods, please click here!