Posted 1w ago

Class A CDL Delivery Driver

@ John E. Koerner & Co.
Jefferson, Louisiana, United States
$42k/yrFieldFull Time
Responsibilities:operating trucks, delivering products, loading orders
Requirements Summary:Valid Class A CDL, ability to operate manual and automatic refrigerated trucks, perform pre/post-trip inspections, lift heavy products, follow DOT regulations, and provide professional customer service.
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Job Description

We are a family-owned wholesale distribution company based in New Orleans, LA, specializing in dry bakery and donut shop ingredients, along with refrigerated and frozen specialty items. We also supply imported specialty products to restaurants, casinos, and hospitality venues across the Gulf South.

Our business is built on long-standing customer relationships, reliability, and service. Every team member plays a role in maintaining the trust we’ve built with our customers over time.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and professional Class A CDL Delivery Driver to join our team. Drivers are responsible for safely operating refrigerated (reefer) trucks—both manual and automatic transmissions—to deliver products accurately and on time.

This role goes beyond driving. Our drivers are a key part of our customer relationships and are expected to represent the company with professionalism, positivity, and a service-first mindset. You will regularly interact with customers, assist with unloading, and help ensure products are handled and placed properly.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate Class A CDL refrigerated trucks (manual and automatic transmissions)
  • Deliver products to bakeries, donut shops, restaurants, and hospitality clients on scheduled local routes
  • Load, unload, and verify orders for accuracy
  • Assist customers by unloading and properly putting away products when needed
  • Maintain proper temperature control of refrigerated and frozen goods
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues
  • Follow all DOT regulations, safety standards, and company policies
  • Keep truck and equipment clean and organized
  • Provide courteous, professional service and build strong customer relationships at each stop

Qualifications:

  • Valid Class A CDL license
  • Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
  • Clean driving record and strong commitment to safety
  • Ability to lift and handle heavy products on a regular basis
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
  • Professional appearance
  • Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile for customers

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience with refrigerated (reefer) units
  • Delivery or route driving in food distribution or similar industry
  • Familiarity with bakery, foodservice, or hospitality environments

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent lifting, bending, and physical activity
  • Exposure to varying temperatures (including refrigerated and freezer conditions)
  • Local routes with consistent customer interaction

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Compressed 4-day workweek
  • Stable, local routes (home daily)
  • Family-oriented, team-focused work environment
  • Opportunity to grow with a well-established company