Driver CDL A Line Haul Nights Union

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people and equips them with leading technology continuous learning and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor Southern Glazers isnt just one of Forbes Top Private Companies; its a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazers is well-established and its no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazers has been recognized by Newsweek as one of Americas Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

Southern Glazers offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $36.00 for CDL A plus $1.00 / hour night shift differential for a total of $37.00 / addition $1.00 / hour paid for doubles endorsement for a total of $38.00 / hour. Line Haul CDL A Drivers are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $6000 with $3000 paid in 90 days and $3000 paid in 180 days. Health care benefits are company-paid. The shift is Mon Thurs from 9:00 PM 7:00 AM. Four-day work week home each day no overnight determining a final offer the company will evaluate a specific candidates education skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

As a full-time employee you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage dental and vision plans tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts disability coverage life insurance plans and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance a wellness program parental leave vacation accrual paid sick leave and more.

By joining Southern Glazers you would be part of a team that values excellence innovation and community. This is more than just a job its an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The Line Haul Driver Class A is responsible for delivering products from the Shakopee warehouse to the warehouse/depot in North Dakota or South Dakota and back to Shakopee each shift. Four 10-hour shifts starting 9:00 PM Monday - Thursday plus OT as needed home daily. Inspect the general condition of the vehicle; unload operate and clean the vehicle.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle
• Adhere to the safe and courteous operation of the delivery vehicle at all times
• Complete all required paperwork daily including Department of Transportation logbook and driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR)
• Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g. neat clean and properly attired)
• Adhere to all safety regulations and perform all duties in a safe manner
• Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods
• Load and unloaded cargo make sure safety equipment is being utilized
• Ensure cargo is secured properly compliant with safety requirements
• Report any incidents to the dispatcher
• Follow/adhere to all traffic laws
• Maintain vehicle product and equipment tidy and in good working order
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 yearof experience
• Must be Department of Transportation (DOT) certified
• Commercial Drivers License A required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Doubles Endorsement - Required or must be willing to obtain doubles endorsement within 90 days of start date.

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include frequently sitting and operating a motor vehicle
• Physical demands could include a considerable amount of time walking bending reaching standing squatting and stooping
• Additional hours may be required during June November and December and other peak periods
• Must be able to frequently lift/lower push carry or pull 56lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits an Affirmative Action/EEO employer prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicants arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience knowledge skills abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazers pay bands or ranges.

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