Delivery Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Become Part of Our Food Community!

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A DRIVER! Are you ready to advance your career with a leader in the foodservice sector? Our organization stands as one of the top food distributors, fostering a culture of internal promotions, exceptional training programs, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We Support YOUR Success!$15,000 RETENTION BONUS FOR QUALIFIED NEW HIRES! Starting pay for our Delivery Drivers: $31.19 per hour Increased to $36.71 per hour upon successful completion of training

• 401k plan with a 2% automatic company contribution and an additional match up to 6%
• Benefits commence on Day 1
• Home every night
• Paid vacation and sick/personal time
• Strong emphasis on safety, modern equipment, and supportive local leadership
• Uniforms provided
• Up to $10,000 referral bonus for recommending qualified new drivers
• Weekly pay schedule

Driver Schedule

• Monday to Saturday - ( Potential for flexible 5-day or 4-day work weeks, depending on business needs)
• Drivers typically start between 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM, based on route and schedule, until all deliveries are completed.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks to deliver products to customers while adhering to scheduled delivery times
• Carefully unload products using a two-wheeler, pallet jack, or manually, placing them in designated storage areas
• Confirm delivery accuracy with customers and secure necessary signatures
• Manage collections and payments from customers when required
• Provide excellent customer service to enhance the client experience
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repeatedly throughout each shift
• Comfortable driving and working in adverse weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift)

Qualifications

• Must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse*
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Valid CDL Class A issued by the state of residence, including necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications
• At least six months of commercial driving experience (any industry) OR three months in food and/or beverage delivery
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, including understanding traffic signs and responding to inquiries

Why Join Us? Our organization helps customers Make It with products and services that positively impact our communities. We offer numerous opportunities for skilled, innovative associates. Exceptional drivers are vital to our team and represent our organization to clients. Our drivers embody integrity and reliability, fostering trust with customers. Our cultural beliefs form the foundation of our work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service commitment. Together, we empower our customers to succeed while also supporting our drivers in their journeys! We are dedicated to Total Rewards that acknowledge and appreciate our associates for their hard work and commitment. Compensation is based on relevant experience, education, specific skills, job function, geographic location, and other applicable factors. The expected base pay for this position ranges from $31.19 to $36.71 per hour, with overtime compensation available. Benefits may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement plans, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase options, and life insurance. For a detailed overview of available benefits, please refer to our resources. * Registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is mandated by the Department of Transportation. All drivers must register on the Clearinghouse website. This secure online database provides real-time information regarding drug and alcohol program violations for CDL and CLP holders. If you have not yet registered, please ensure you do so. For assistance with registration, refer to the “Clearinghouse Help” section on the website.

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