Truck Driver- Part Time
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THISTLE HEALTH INC
Vacaville, CA, US
Summary
The truck driver is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of products to distribution centers and hubs. They must also manage the loading and unloading of trucks using warehouse equipment while maintaining accurate communication with the dispatch team.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Vacaville Production Facility - Vacaville, CA, Salary Range: $28.00 - $28.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any,
TITLE: Truck Driver
DEPARTMENT: Logistics
REPORTS TO: Logistics Manager
WHO WE ARE:
Thistle makes it easy to eat well – without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We’re building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.
About the Role
Reporting to the Logistics Manager, Thistle Truck Drivers are an essential part of our Logistics Team and ensure the safe, on-time delivery of our routes to our distribution centers, so our Delivery Drivers can start their routes on time.
How You’ll Make a Difference
Load/Unload trucks and ensure products are safely stored using a forklift or pallet jack.
Stack, shrink wrap, and secure pallets, as well as loose items for transport
Operate the Thistle 26ft truck.
Deliver and distribute packages and products to delivery hubs in the Bay Area geographies.
Utilize a smartphone app to route deliveries
Ensure high-level and consistent communication with the dispatch team
Practice FIFO principles
Additional tasks, duties, projects, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications: Who You Are
Must be at least 26+ years old
Must have 2+ years driving experience with class A or B.
High School diploma or equivalent required
Commercial Driver's License ("CDL Class A or B") required; ability to drive and operate a 26ft box truck required
Delivery experience utilizing app-based software is a plus, but not required.
Must have a working smartphone with data ability to utilize the routing app
DOT Physical required
Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally
Must be a self-starter and problem solver, able to work efficiently without direct supervision
Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) basic routine maintenance for box trucks, reefer units, and forklifts
A focused, efficient executor with excellent time management skills
Truck drivers are expected to maintain a clean, neat appearance
Friendly and personable
Excellent leadership skills
Punctual and thrive in a structured environment
Able to commit to a regular schedule of 2+ days a week
Comfortable driving at night and in inclement weather
Must be able to pass an initial drug screen; consent to random drug screening
Familiarity with the assigned geographical area
Our Culture
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential values at Thistle. We know we do our best and most impactful work when we feel we are represented and belong. We're proud to actively recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”), including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, color, hairstyles, hair texture, religion or religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran or active military status, marital status, criminal record, genetics, retaliation, sexual harassment or any other characteristic protected by applicable law
