Manager Backhaul Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We have frequent and recurring needs for Backhaul Driver in the Lockport, Il area.  We encourage you to apply if you are interested in being among the first to be considered as opportunities arise.

Location: Lockport, IL
Job Type: Full-time Monday - Friday
Shift: 4am-6am Dispatch time

Overview: Join National DCP, LLC (NDCP) as a Backhaul Driver transporting and delivering freight from third-party supplier locations to NDCP warehouses safely, legally and on time.  This position requires working in environments with variation in temperature and humidity (e.g., dry, cooler and freezer areas of the trailer, along with changing outdoor weather conditions.)

About Us:

National DCP, LLC (NDCP) is seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team. We are a $3 billion global supply chain management company serving Dunkin’ franchisees. We support over 10,000 quick service restaurants in the U.S. and distribute products to more than 40 countries. Dunkin’ franchisees turn to our award-winning organization for extraordinary value, cost-savings, quality products and reliable service. Our organization is at the forefront of the industry, and we want you to be a part of our success story.

Why Join Us?

• • Competitive hourly pay: $0.69 per mile
  • Top earners make $90,000 + per year
  • Solo routes, Driver/Driver routes and Driver/Helper routes available.  

Benefits you can count on:

• • NationalDCP offers a robust benefits suite check out our career page for our full list of benefits
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Companypaid life, AD&D, short and longterm disability
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, discretionary) & paid holidays and more!
  • Additional benefits: employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition discount program, and more!

What you’ll do:

• Operates a tractor trailer truck that transports product to and from specified destinations.
• Conduct a proper pre-trip inspection to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Ensures delivery-related paperwork is in order before departing the Distribution Center or transportation hub.
• Prepares, receives and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery of products.
• Unloads cargo and delivers via a two-wheeler hand truck and/or pallet jack in a safe manner into store locations.
• Scans all product labels during store deliveries and reports all orders with shorts or damages.
• Maintains proper logs of travel and product according to Federal, State and DOT regulations.
• Maintains contact with NDCP’s Member Services team to communicate any problems or delays with deliveries.
• Ensures the cleanliness and presentation of the interior of the truck cab, as well as the removal of delivery-related trash at the store and production kitchen (i.e., shrink wrap, cardboard, crates and pallets).
• Conduct a proper post-trip inspection to ensure equipment is in good working order to minimize delays the following day. Reports any vehicle maintenance or malfunction issues to the distribution center.
• Serves as the face of NDCP and the main point of contact between the distribution center and the customer.
• Trains and leverages a Delivery Assistant, as applicable, to ensure the accurate, timely and efficient delivery of product to customer, as well as to assist in the safe maneuvering of the truck entering, exiting and parking at delivery locations.

Qualifications you bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred
• Valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record.  6-month driving experience minimum, 1 year desired
• Possess a current DOT Medical Certification Card and successfully pass DOT pre-employment requirements
• Ability to repetitively lift, tug pull 50lbs+ and operate a hand truck and/or hand pallet jack to delivery product to stores over multiple stops per shift
• Dependable attendance and a great customer service attitude  
• IF APPLICABLE - Ability to operate a 10-speed manual transmission
• Ability to operate a lift gate and refrigeration unit

Join Our Team: Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a part of NDCP and contribute to our mission of delivering innovative supply chain solutions to the food service industry. Your journey to success starts here! 

Equal Opportunity Employer: NDCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. 

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