Job Description

We are hiring Local CDL-A Truck Drivers for a dedicated grocery delivery account based near North Hatfield/Hatfield, MA This full-time position offers consistent freight, daily home time in most cases, early morning start times, and strong earning potential.

Drivers will deliver fresh and frozen grocery products to supermarkets and distribution centers within a 350-mile radius of North Hatfield, MA, with frequent deliveries into NYC boroughs and Long Island

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a CDL-A tractor-trailer with reefer trailers.

• Deliver fresh and frozen grocery products to supermarkets and distribution centers.

• Run local and regional routes within approximately 350 miles of North Hatfield, MA.

• Deliver frequently into NYC boroughs, including Queens, Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island, and Brooklyn.

• Complete multi-stop grocery deliveries, averaging approximately 15–20 stops per week.

• Operate an assigned automatic daycab; trucks cannot be taken home during time off.

• Assist with unloading using an electric pallet jack after training.

• Use liftgate equipment when required.

• Pick up return product or backhauls as assigned.

• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and follow customer delivery requirements.

• Communicate professionally with customers, receivers, dispatch, and onsite management.

• Follow all DOT, company, safety, and food transportation requirements.

• Support other local accounts as needed.

Schedule

• Main start times are around 2:30 AM

• Typical shifts are 12–14 hours

• Sunday is the regular scheduled day off.

• Drivers may be required to work 6 days per week during holiday peak periods

• Drivers may work holidays if it is their scheduled workday unless the account is not operating.

• Occasional layovers may be required; hotel accommodations are provided when this occurs.

Compensation

This position uses an activity-based pay plan that rewards safety, efficiency, and productivity.

Estimated annual earnings: approximately $95,000–$110,000, depending on activity, route volume, and schedule.

Pay components may include:

• Mileage pay: $0.48–$0.56 per mile

• Daily rate: $50 per day

• Detention pay

• Drop and hook pay: $21 per stop

• NYC borough stop pay: $42 per stop

• Liftgate stop pay: $45 per stop

• Layover pay: $100

• New hire training daily pay: $200 per day

• Safety training pay: $20 per hour

• Holiday pay: $160 per day

Equipment

• Assigned automatic daycab

• Reefer trailers

• Trailer sizes may include 46 ft, 48 ft, 51 ft, and 53 ft trailers

• Newer equipment, with trucks averaging approximately 3 years old or newer

• Electric pallet jacks provided

• Uniforms provided

Qualifications

Required

• Valid CDL-A license

• Minimum of 3 months of trucking experience

• Ability to safely operate a tractor-trailer in local and regional delivery environments

• Willingness and ability to deliver into NYC boroughs frequently

• Ability to work early morning start times and long shifts

• Ability to assist with unloading using an electric pallet jack after training

• Reliable transportation to and from the account location

• Strong safety mindset and compliance with DOT regulations

• Good customer service and communication skills

Preferred

• Prior local, dedicated, grocery, reefer, or food distribution experience

• Experience delivering in NYC boroughs, Long Island, or other dense urban areas

• Multi-stop delivery experience

• Pallet jack, liftgate, store delivery, or backhaul experience

• Familiarity with Northeast regional routes

Benefits

• Daily home time in most cases

• Consistent freight and delivery schedule

• Onsite management

• Paid online orientation

• PTO accrual from day one

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage eligibility after 30 days

• Access to life insurance options

• Access to mental health and disability benefits

• Additional company benefits available

Work Location

Drivers report to the account location in the North Hatfield/Hatfield, Massachusetts area.

Truck pickup location:

95 North Hatfield Road

Hatfield, MA 01038

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, experience, safety record, and business needs.