Avocado Green Brands is a mission-driven lifestyle and eco-luxury brand, fueled by green living, sustainability, radical honesty, authenticity, storytelling, social responsibility, and remarkable customer experiences. We make mattresses, bedding products, apparel and beauty products in California using the finest natural and organic materials.
The mission of Avocado is to be the world’s most sustainable brand - the pinnacle of certified organic mattresses, luxury bedding, and quality wood furniture.
As a mission driven company, Avocado asks all employees to uphold its high standards of environmental and social responsibility and support initiatives and strategies that help Avocado continue to raise the bar for what it means to be a sustainable company.
AGB fun facts:
We’re a certified B Corp and Climate Neutral certified.
We donate 1% of revenues to vetted nonprofits through our commitment to 1% For the Planet.
Our products are organic certified by GOTS.
Our factories are powered by renewable energy and are approaching zero waste.
We care for nearly 200,000 sheep and grow and produce our own natural latex from our own farms.
THE ROLE
Avocado is currently looking for a Class A Driver to be part of the Operations team.
WHAT YOU’LL BE WORKING ON
Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit.
Transport goods. from the place of origin to assigned destination.
Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner.
Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent damage.
Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations.
Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients.
WHAT YOU BRING
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Valid Class A driver’s license required.
Minimum of 2 years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred.
Clean driving record with no moving violations.
Must pass a background check and drug test.
Skilled at driving large vehicles.
Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer.
Alert, focused, and detail-oriented.
Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
Follow company safety culture and Cal OSHA regulations.
Report incident injury and hazard to managers.
Able to identify work hazard situations.
Following the company safety culture while performing the job duties required for the position.
Regular and predictable attendance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Driving & Sitting
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Manual dexterity to operate vehicle controls safely.
Sufficient vision, hearing, and coordination to drive and maneuver safely.
Lifting & Carrying
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 75 lbs on a regular basis.
Ability to couple/uncouple trailers and handle related equipment.
Operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, and electric lifts as needed.
Movement & Posture
Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching.
Ability to enter and exit tractor cabs and trailers multiple times per shift.
Work Environment
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Exposure to traffic, noise, vibration, dust, and fumes common to transportation work.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Medical (HMO, PPO, HSA), Dental, Vision
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO
Volunteer days
Employee product discount
Annual Bonus Plan
Training and Tools to be successful along with a strong partnership from your peers and leaders
Access to wellness apps
Referral Bonus
Opportunity to grow
WHY WORK AT AVOCADO GREEN BRANDS?
Be part of the change | work at an emerging company that is on the mission to increase sustainable and clean products.
Culture | be part of a fun, collaborative and passionate team.
Thank you very much for your interest in working for Avocado Green Brands. We appreciate your time and review each and every resume that is submitted. You will receive an email within 24 hours that confirms your application has been accepted by our applicant tracking system. If you are selected to participate in the interview process, you will receive an email within two weeks from our Talent Acquisition department.
Avocado Green Brands is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.