Long Haul Trucker in Norwich, Connecticut at Mini Melts of America Inc

Mini Melts of America is an established leader in cryogenically frozen ice cream. As a company, we are on the forefront of the ice cream industry. Through dedication, hard work, motivation, and staying united for the common good of Mini Melts, we are growing nationally. We believe in advancement and growth for our employees. We are looking for leaders and team players to be part of our united team to satisfy our clients and maintain ourselves as leaders in the ice cream industry.

Job description

Long Haul Driver

The long-haul driver is responsible for the safe, professional and efficient delivery of finished goods.

Long Haul Driver Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and distribute weight on a load safely at all times, in all weather, including winter driving conditions. This includes a working knowledge of snow chain applications and installation.

• Delivering freight over long distances across the country's road networks.

• Planning routes efficiently and delivering freight on time.

• Performing prescribed truck inspections before departure to ensure good running order.

• Documenting the freight's condition before departure.

• Securing the freight in place before departure and monitoring its safe distribution throughout the trip.

• Supervising the loading and unloading of freight and obtaining the client's signature on delivery.

• Performing service checks on tire pressure, oil, and fluid levels, as well as minor repairs, when required.

• Logging hours and distances driven, rest stop durations, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.

• Communicating any delays due to road conditions, accidents, or breakdowns to dispatchers.

• Complying with federal and state trucking rules and regulations, including mandatory rest periods and weight restrictions.

• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record

• Proven experience in long haul trucking and tractor-trailer operation

• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles

• Familiarity with refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tankers

• Experience in loading and unloading freight

• Strong understanding of delivery processes and safety regulations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• AD&D insurance

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Safety equipment provided

• Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

• Solo driver

Trucking Route:

• OTR

• Regional

Work Days:

• Weekdays

• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road

Qualified applicants should possess a “can-do” attitude. Experience working in a busy, fast-paced environment is preferred.

Mini Melts USA, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

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