CDL B Local Refrigerated Driver in Chicago, IL

Company: Shenandoah Growers, Inc.
Location: Evanston
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Shenandoah Growers, Inc. is hiring CDL B Local Refrigerated Drivers to join our private fleet, make deliveries to our local and regional customers and company sites, and play an integral role in helping us redefine how to bring fresh, organic, and sustainably farmed produce to market. As the world leader in indoor growing technology, we are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge science and technological innovation to ensure that our customers receive the freshest, healthiest, most affordable organic produce possible year-round. With twelve growing locations across the country, we couldn't be prouder to provide organic, local produce to over 18,000 stores every day. Our drivers are called "teammates" for a reason, we are seriously passionate about our mission and values, including promotion from within. Join our team today to become part of something truly special that makes a difference in the world – healthy, organic, sustainable Compensation

• Average weekly gross pay: $1,200 - $1,300
• Starting at $20 per hour with an average of 60-66 hours per week
  • Bonuses
    • Sign-on bonus: $3,000 paid upon completion of service – $1,500 after 90 days and remaining after completion of a year
    • Clean Inspection Award: $100; eligible if stopped with no citation or violation
    • Accident Free Bonus: $500; eligible upon completion of 12 months without an accident
    • Annual Incentive Bonus: $1,000 based on attendance, workplace conduct, performance, MVR record
    • Driver referral bonus: $850 paid in 4 instalments
    • Paid weekly on Fridays. Options include:
      • Direct deposit
      • Check
      • Money card (can request family card for free card to card transferers)Benefits & Perks
        • Great company benefits, eligible after 60 days:
          • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
          • Life Insurance
          • Short Term Disability Coverage
          • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
          • 6 Paid Company Holidays
          • Paid Vacation:
            • 1-2 years – 40 hours
            • 3-4 years – 80 hours
            • 5-9 years – 120 hours
            • 10+ years – 160 hours
            • Tuition / education reimbursement
            • Free company paid basic Life Insurance for full-time employees opting into medical benefits
            • Paid training and paid orientation
            • Fuel card, Incidentals
            • Slip Seating: No
            • Rider Program:
              • Spouse or companion: 18 years or older
              • Pets: non-refundable $500 deposit (can be paid in 2 equal installments). Does not apply to service animals.Home Time, Route, & Schedule
                • Home Every Night!
                • Schedule: 6 days a week
                • Route: Freight coming from Indianapolis. Meeting another driver in-between at airport to pick up raw product.
                • Take truck home options or secure parking location (the truck will be empty at night)
                • Level of Touch: Combination of touch and no touch freight; loading and unloading is required when making delivers to customerEquipment
                  • 2019 and later straight truck Freightliner Cascadias and Internationals
                  • All manual transmissions
                  • Governed speed: 65-70 mph
                  • Inward facing cameras: No
                    
                    Qualifications
                    • High school diploma or GED diploma or equivalent job experience
                    • Must be at least 21 years of age
                    • Must have a valid CDL B license in good standing
                    • Must have a minimum 6 months verifiable commercial truck driving experience
                    • Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overnight deliveries as required
                    • Must be eligible to work in the United States
                    • Must have basic English proficiency; bi-lingual, English and Spanish preferred
                    • Must be able to perform basic math; basic computer and keyboarding skills preferred
                    • Minimum requirements on driving record:
                      • Moving Violations/Traffic Citations – no more than 3 in the last 3 years
                      • Preventable Accidents (chargeable or not) – no more than 2 in the last 3 years
                      • No DUI/DWIs or reckless driving charges in the last 2 years
                      • Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including ability to lift 60 lbs. repetitively
                      • Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations
                      • Must have a valid DOT medical card
                      • Able to provide DOT Clearinghouse consent SGI utilizes E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. In the event you require reasonable accommodation to apply for this job, please contact our company and appropriate assistance will be provided.

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