CDL Driving Specialist

**Title:** CDL Delivery Specialist (Part Time) **Manager:** Distribution Supervisor **Location:** Preferred Location Queens **Pay:** $23.00-$26.00 / hr. **Overview:** The CDL Delivery Specialist's primary responsibility will be to ensure the safe, efficient and timely delivery of packages. This position requires a pre-paid stay overnight in the Rochester area. Cirona Labs is looking for a driver who can work two days out of the week. Hours range from 16-30 hours per week. **Key Responsibilities** **Delivery Operations** - Execute daily route plans for assigned territory; complete all scheduled stops within time windows - Transport cannabis products in temperature-controlled or standard vehicles as required, maintaining product integrity throughout transit - Verify and reconcile delivery manifests in Canix/METRC at point of pickup and delivery; ensure all transfers are accurately recorded before departure - Obtain authorized signatures at each stop and maintain delivery confirmations for compliance records - Return undeliverable product, rejected orders, and required documentation to the hub in accordance with OCM chain-of-custody requirements **Compliance & Documentation** - Maintain a current DOT-compliant driver qualification file including valid CDL, medical certificate, and any required endorsements - Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections (DVIR) every shift; report defects immediately to the Distribution Manager - Adhere to all Hours of Service (HOS) regulations; maintain accurate logs as required - Follow all OCM manifest and transfer documentation procedures; never depart without a complete, system-verified manifest - Comply with Cirona Labs drug-free workplace policy; CDL holders are subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing program **Vehicle & Equipment** - Operate assigned box trucks or reefer vehicles (Class A or B); perform basic maintenance checks (fluids, tires, lights) - Keep vehicle interior clean and organized; ensure cargo is properly secured and temperature maintained per product handling SOPs - Report any accidents, incidents, or near-misses immediately per Cirona Labs reporting protocols - Utilize tablet/ELD device for manifest management, navigation, and communication with dispatch **Customer & Team Interaction** - Represent Cirona Labs professionally at all licensed dispensary locations; maintain a courteous, service-oriented demeanor - Communicate proactively with dispatch and Distribution Manager regarding route changes, delays, or delivery exceptions - Coordinate with warehouse pickers and supervisors at hub departure to confirm order accuracy prior to loading **Qualifications** **Required** - Valid New York State CDL Class A or Class B with clean MVR (no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years; no DUI/DWI) - Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (valid medical card) - Minimum 2 years CDL commercial driving experience, preferably in distribution, logistics, or regulated industries - Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and be enrolled in DOT random testing pool - Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; perform repetitive loading/unloading activities - Comfortable with tablet-based delivery management systems and digital documentation Strong attention to detail; ability to accurately process manifest documents and chain-of-custody paperwork **Work Environment** Cirona Labs operates within a licensed cannabis distribution environment. All employees are subject to background screening consistent with OCM licensing requirements. This is a drug-free workplace; however, as a cannabis-adjacent employer, we comply with all applicable NY cannabis employment protections for off-duty use (except for safety-sensitive CDL positions subject to DOT regulations). **The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.**