CDL Class A Driver - Central Garden & Pet

Sacramento, CA 95826

About the Job

Description

Central Pet Distribution is Hiring Drivers! A CDL Class A - 4 Day Work Week!

Do you love pets and love driving? Our growing company is seeking an experienced route delivery driver to hand unload deliveries at specialty pet stores, grocery stores, and retail accounts. Our Pet Distribution team works together to supply our customers with the nation's top brands of pet supplies like Nylabone, Kaytee, and Aqueon. If you are a customer service focused driver who is dependable, responsible and committed to safety, this may be the job for you!

Location: Based out of our Sacramento, CA Distribution Center

Routes: We have routes that span to the Bay Area, as far North as Eureka, as far South as Fresno and as far East to Reno.

Shift Details: 4-day work week. Overnight may be required based on route.

Compensation: Pays $28.00 - 29.50/hour depending on experience

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

Deliver product within a specific geographical area, some two day runs required
Arrange the delivery of returned goods
Develop relationships with Back Door Receivers, Store Personnel and Store Owners
Accurate accounting of checks when delivering COD
Make deliveries via lift gate and electronic pallet jack and dolly product into store for customers without trailer high docks
Practice exceptional safety measures when driving
Display excellent customer service while interacting with pet store owners and employees
Complete delivery documents accurately

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

Two or more years of verifiable driving experience with current and clean Class A CDL
Experience using electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, 2 wheeled collapsible dolly, and lift gate safely
Ability to work independently
Strong attention to detail
Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits
Ability to lift and move cartons up to 60 pounds throughout the course of a normal shift
Energetic and personable, looking for a Career Opportunity
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is conducted in company provided trucks and trailers, warehouse facilities and at the customer's locations

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life and Disability Insurance
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Access to thousands of free online courses
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral Program with cash bonus
Access to on-demand pay
Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Companys innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Source : Central Garden & Pet