Position Summary:
The Route Driver 10K or More Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is responsible for running a route, delivering product in the vending, self-checkout, or office coffee service channels.
General Responsibilities:
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Driving a vehicle that, based on weight, meets the Motor Carrier Act exemption from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act
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Timely delivers product orders to customers to ensure continuous supply
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Checks the accuracy of product and ensures product is not expired
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Ensures customer areas are adequately stocked (vending machine, market, or coffee supplies)
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Ensures that the appearance and presentation of the company’s products and/or equipment at the customer location follows established protocols
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Conducts product inventories at customer sites
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Orders the correct quantity and types of products needed to stock customer accounts to maximize sales and minimize product loss
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Communicates customer-related or product-related problems to appropriate personnel
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Partners with the customer to understand needs, and reacts to feedback to modify offerings
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Increase sales volume by making decisions about food substitutions or offerings
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Handles, collects, and secures money
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Maintains professional appearance and attitude when interacting with customers in the field
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Cleans vehicle and performs routine vehicle maintenance
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Follows Department of Transportation safety regulations and obeys state and local traffic laws
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Operates vehicle in accordance with Sodexo Vehicle Safety Program
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
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Maturity of judgment and behavior.
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Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
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Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity in light of Sodexo time and attendance policy and/or client operating hours.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule if needed.
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Must comply with any dress code requirements.
Experience/Knowledge:
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High School Diploma or equivalent experience
License/Qualifications:
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Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record required
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Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Requirements:
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Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses
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Significant walking or other means of mobility
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Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours
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Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull and frequently lift up to 35 pounds. Occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.
Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):
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Generally, work is performed in an indoor setting in a controlled, temperate environment; however, may be exposed to heat/cold during outside activities and events
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The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
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Wears protective clothing and/or Personal Protective Equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
