At Kiva Sales & Service (KSS), we’re proud to be at the forefront of California's cannabis distribution industry. As the exclusive distributor for Kiva Confections and a carefully curated portfolio of premium cannabis brands, we ensure that dispensaries across the state have seamless access to the products their customers love. Founded on the principles of quality, reliability, and innovation, we provide unparalleled service through next-day deliveries, expert account management, merchandising support, and a robust logistics network. Every day, our team strives to elevate industry standards while empowering dispensaries to thrive in an ever-evolving market. Joining KSS means becoming part of a company that’s passionate about delivering excellence and driving sustainable growth in the cannabis space.
Please review our website: https://www.kivasales.com/
Kiva Sales and Service (KSS) is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and organized Class A Truck Driver to join our growing team. This role is responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently while ensuring accurate deliveries and compliance with all transportation regulations.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, physically and mentally capable of handling long hours on the road, and committed to maintaining a strong safety record. Candidates must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and excellent judgment at all times.
- Are excited to work for a fast-growing cannabis company with a strong mission and collaborative culture
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple responsibilities effectively
- Are dependable, trustworthy, and highly accountable
- Take pride in delivering exceptional work and maintaining high standards
- Have strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Are proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven
- Embrace challenges and continuous learning opportunities
- Can identify operational inefficiencies and help implement improvements
- Value teamwork, integrity, and professionalism
- Safely operate and drive assigned Class A commercial vehicles
- Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 26,000 lbs.
- Pull trailers with a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
- Ensure trailer hitches are properly secured prior to transport
- Transport products and materials between designated locations safely and efficiently
- Pick up, organize, secure, and unload shipments to prevent damage during transit
- Obtain delivery confirmations through signatures and/or warehouse scanning systems
- Verify shipment contents against manifests and delivery documentation
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Monitor weather and road conditions before and during routes
- Maintain clean and properly serviced vehicles, including fueling and routine maintenance checks
- Report maintenance concerns, delays, or delivery issues to management promptly
- Maintain accurate driving logs, delivery records, and hours-of-service documentation
- Follow assigned delivery schedules and required rest periods
- Comply with all company policies, DOT regulations, ICC requirements, and traffic laws
- Prioritize safety at all times while operating vehicles and handling products
- Successfully pass required driving record reviews, annual medical examinations, and periodic drug testing
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required
- Minimum of 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience preferred
- Must meet Kiva Sales and Service Motor Vehicle requirements
- Ability to pass background screening and drug testing requirements
- Strong knowledge of safe commercial driving practices
- Comfortable maneuvering and parking tractor-trailers in various environments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
- Experience operating lift gates, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and related equipment
- Proficiency using GPS systems and routing technology
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent time management and stress management abilities
- Dependable, disciplined, and resourceful mindset
- HOURS: 6am to 3pm - Monday thru Friday
Please note, we consider a number of factors such as internal pay parity, relevant experience/skills, geographic location, etc.
Work Environment
- Work is performed primarily in a commercial vehicle operating on public roads, highways, customer sites, and distribution facilities.
- Drivers may be exposed to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and fog during daily operations.
- Noise levels may range from moderate to loud due to traffic, engines, loading equipment, and warehouse activity.
- Employees may work around moving vehicles, trailers, forklifts, pallet jacks, and loading dock equipment.
- Drivers are required to follow all DOT regulations, company safety procedures, and customer site requirements.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required, including safety vest, steel-toe footwear, gloves, and safety glasses depending on location or task.
- Work schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, overtime, or extended driving periods based on business needs and route demands.
- Drivers may frequently enter and exit the tractor and trailer throughout the workday while performing inspections, securing loads, or making deliveries.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle for extended periods of time.
- Ability to safely operate lift gates, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or other delivery equipment when required.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and team members regarding deliveries, safety, and route conditions.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods while driving and remain alert and focused during all driving conditions.
- Ability to frequently enter and exit the tractor cab and trailer, including climbing steps and maintaining balance.
- Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move materials or equipment up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and secure cargo as needed.
- Must be able to perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including checking tires, equipment, and trailer connections.
- Ability to work in varying outdoor weather and temperature conditions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for applicants with disabilities in our application and hiring process.
California Privacy Notice at Collection – Job Applicants
If you are a California resident we are required to disclose that we collect personal information about you in connection with your application for employment.
Categories of Personal Information Collected:
Identifiers (e.g., name, email, phone number, address)
Professional and employment-related information (e.g., resume, work history, references)
Education information
Background check information (where permitted by law)
Sensitive Personal Information (e.g., Social Security number, driver’s license or government ID number, if required for background checks or legal compliance)
Purposes for Collection:
We collect this information to evaluate your candidacy, communicate with you, conduct background checks (where permitted), comply with legal obligations, and maintain employment records.
We do not sell or share applicant personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
We retain your information for as long as reasonably necessary to evaluate your application, comply with legal obligations, and protect our rights.
For more information about how we collect, use, disclose, and retain personal information (and to learn about your California privacy rights) please review our full California Job Applicant Privacy Notice here: https://www.kivaconfections.com/notice-to-applicants
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
