Delivery Driver PT Hartford CT

Delivery Driver PT Hartford CT

Hartford, CT - Hartford, CT 06114

Overview

Salary Range $22.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Job Shift 3AM - Finish Travel Percentage Road Warrior Category Transportation

Description

Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation's largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we've delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country. We aim to be our customers' most valuable supplier - and we believe our employees are the key to making that happen.

About the Role

The Part-Time Casual Delivery Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering fresh floral products to customers across assigned routes. This role plays a key part in ensuring on-time delivery, maintaining product quality, and delivering a positive customer experience.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a refrigerated box truck to complete assigned delivery routes
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of floral products to customers
• Provide professional and courteous customer service during deliveries
• Load and unload products while maintaining product quality and organization
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and basic operational readiness
• Follow assigned routes and use GPS/navigation tools to optimize efficiency
• Partner with warehouse team members to ensure order accuracy
• Maintain compliance with company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to work in a warehouse and refrigerated cooler environment (approximately 34F) and to lift, carry, and move products up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. The position also requires frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing in and out of a truck, and extended driving periods.

Compensation & Benefits (What's in it for you)

The expected hourly rate for this position is listed above. Please note: This is a part-time position and is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits. Additional offering: Quarterly safety incentive bonus (up to $1,500 annually, based on eligibility).

Other Information

• Onsite role based out of Hartford, CT distribution facility
• Part-time, as-needed schedule with variable hours based on business needs; flexibility required
• Start times: MondayFriday at 3:00 AM, until route completion
• Local travel required throughout the Hartford, CT delivery area
• Occasional Saturday work may be required

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 2+ years of professional driving experience operating box trucks (16 ft or larger preferred)
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain DOT Medical Certification (CDL not required)
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 60 pounds
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to effectively use GPS and navigation tools for route management
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented approach
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.