Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
day 1 health and wellness benefits
safe and inclusive working environment

Job Description

Cheney Brothers is a leading foodservice distributor with a history of over a century delivering quality products and exceptional service to its customers. With a workforce of more than 3,000 dedicated associates, Cheney Brothers embodies a culture that supports and nurtures its employees, encouraging them to excel and grow professionally within the organization. Renowned for its high-impact and supportive environment, the company provides world-class leadership and comprehensive learning experiences that empower employees at every level to be brilliant in their roles. Cheney Brothers prides itself on backing its people as the best way to back its customers, and this philosophy is deeply embedded in its innovative approach to the foodservice industry. As part of the Performance Food Group and its subsidiaries, Cheney Brothers stands as an industry leader that continuously invests in the future, maintaining an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where rewards and recognition are key elements of its corporate culture.

The role of a Driver Helper at Cheney Brothers is integral to the country’s food supply chain, supporting the timely and safe delivery of food and foodservice products to customers. This position offers competitive pay and benefits from day one, including health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous other perks. The Driver Helper works closely alongside drivers to ensure products arrive in excellent condition and on schedule, representing the face of Cheney Brothers in front of its valued customers and cultivating strong, lasting relationships. This role not only involves assisting with loading and unloading freight but also maintaining clear communication with customers, vendors, and colleagues to provide excellent service. The position entails working with tractor trailers, tandem trailers, and straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes, placing emphasis on safety and adherence to Department of Transportation regulations. The company fosters growth opportunities for this essential work, underscoring the vital support drivers and helpers provide to America’s food distribution system. Individuals in this role play a crucial part in helping the organization fulfill its mission of excellence and reliability in foodservice delivery.

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
  • Minimum 6 months experience in warehouse environment interfacing with customers within foodservice industry
  • Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate or other equipment to move product cases weighing between 10-90 pounds
  • Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
  • Minimum 6 months experience in a warehouse environment interfacing with customers in the foodservice industry
  • Ability to hand-lift and use equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates to move product cases
  • Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check
  • Preferred 1+ years experience in warehouse environment
  • Valid Driver's License

Job Duties

  • Assist drivers in the safe and accurate delivery of products to customers
  • Load and unload trucks and company vehicles
  • Place products in areas identified by customers
  • Complete required documentation promptly
  • Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers
  • Adhere to Department of Transportation regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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