Delivery Driver - Ohio
Our fast-paced growing wholesale food company needs a reliable, safe delivery driver to represent our company. The successful applicant will need to have a valid, clean chauffeur’s license, a smartphone, a positive attitude, good communication skills, a professional appearance, and adequate experience that demonstrates reliability and professionalism. If you have those qualities, we want to give you an opportunity to maximize your potential and begin an exciting career with Carmela Foods. This is a great opportunity for growth and advancement for the right candidate. We believe strongly in promoting from within, recognizing talent and investing in it. We are excited to talk with you and encourage you to apply.
Requirements:
- High school or equivalent required and must pass a background check
- Clean driving record and ability to pass the Pre-employment Medical Exam
- Pass drug test as part of the post-job offer employment screening process
- 1 Years’ experience
- Own a smartphone
- Reading and mathematical skills; ability to work independently
- Professional appearance
- Must have the necessary skills, articulation, and professionalism to interact with our customers
- Requires some heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions
- Must have adequate experience that demonstrates reliability and professionalism
- Honesty, Integrity, Trustworthiness, and Dependability
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to operate and maneuver some warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts, and push carts, in the manner necessary to move products consistent with manufacturers’ instructions and safety instructions.
Responsibilities:
- Safely drive truck to transport food to our customers
- Verify loads against delivery manifests and obtain signed receipts for products delivered
- Examines product for damages and shortages; appropriately reports/records any discrepancies.
- Perform all physical requirements necessary to lift and move product for delivery.
- Professionally represent the company while interacting with our customers
- Effectively and safely deliver our products to satisfy customers’ expectations of a timely delivery
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies as required, and immediately report any deficiencies to ensure safe operations
- Collect payment based on invoice terms; verifies checks are signed, and cash is correct
- Follow all Company safety procedures; ability to drive a 26,000 lb. Straight Truck
- 5 am start time.
- Direct to store deliveries.
- Ability to check in product and adjust the total on bills if items are refused.
- Route currently runs M-Friday.
- 9–12-hour days
- Satellite building so attendance is of the utmost importance.
- Explain adjustments and returns to transfer driver every morning.
- Benefits: PTO, Medical, Vision, Dental, STD, LTD, Accident, 401k & Life Ins. available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Box Truck Driver : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
- Chauffeur's Permit (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cleveland, OH 44109 (Required)
Work Location: In person
