RRO DRIVER CDL A

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! 

HP Hood’s culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, 401k matches and more. 

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey’s Milk & Milkshakes and more.  

As a member of the HP Hood team also you'll enjoy:

• Stable work environment
• Health Savings and Flexible spending accounts offered
• Company paid life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance
• Paid sick days
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid Vacation after 6 months
• Profit sharing
• Bi annual incentives and attendance bonus
• Free Employee Assistance Programs
• Scholarships
• Multiple events and activities
• Referral Bonus
• And more!

Position Summary:
The primary function of the Route Jumper & Route Relief Operator positions is to effectively fill the role of the regular route driver in the transportation and delivery of products to HP Hood, LLC customers. This position requires a current valid CDL A, a satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record), an up-to-date medical card, and one years’ driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification. Route Relief Operators may be called on short notice to cover route emergencies. Must have a neat, clean appearance and the ability to pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) exam.

Essential Functions:

• Route Relief Operators will be expected to learn and run all routes.
• Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, State and Federal
  regulations.
• Have a good, working knowledge of the delivery route and be familiar with product handling requirements.
• Must represent the Company in a courteous, ethical and professional manner at all times.
• Must keep a vehicle operation log and report any necessary maintenance or other problems to the Distribution.
• Supervisor daily and complete all necessary reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
• Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner and advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention on a daily basis.
• Keep accurate, daily records of accounts and collected cash.
• Must be able to work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
• Work in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors and peers.

General:

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current, valid CDL A
• Reading & writing proficiency (English language) and ability to identify colors.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Multi-tasked individual.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Shifts may very week-to-week with early-morning start times for delivery routes and early-afternoon start times for transport routes.
Compensation: $1615.15/week training pay - $1794.59/week thereafter
OT wage: Additional days worked are paid at 1.5 times your daily rate.