
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $22.50
Work Schedule
Split Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off
short-term disability
long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Job Description
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors in the United States, recognized for its strong culture of promoting from within and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a long history of leadership in the foodservice industry, US Foods serves a diverse range of customers by providing high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and innovative solutions that help customers succeed. The company emphasizes employee development through excellent training programs and a supportive work environment geared towards career growth.
This position offers a split schedule that includes 5 to 6 days of work per week, typically with Wednesday or Thursday off, and requires availability for weekend shifts. The primary work hours are from 5 to 8 a.m. during dispatch, extending up to 12-14 hour shifts until deliveries are complete. The pay rate for this role is $22.50 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation aligned with the responsibilities and skills required.
The role is focused on multi-stop delivery operations, requiring the ability to load, unload, and transport various food products efficiently and safely. Key responsibilities include driving assigned vehicles to deliver goods to customers, accurately recording delivery information using company-required documentation and technology, and managing the handling of returned or damaged products. Adherence to safe food handling procedures and consistent monitoring of refrigeration systems onboard delivery vehicles are mandatory to ensure product safety and quality.
The delivery driver must demonstrate strong customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to various work conditions, including extreme weather. Physical stamina is essential as the job entails frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of weights up to 100 pounds. The candidate must also perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance with transportation regulations.
The ideal candidate for this position will be at least 21 years old, possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with the required endorsements, and have a clean driving record free of significant violations or suspensions in recent years. Experience in multi-stop delivery, local delivery, or the foodservice industry is preferred. Additionally, the person must be able to read, write, and communicate in English sufficiently to follow safety regulations and complete documentation accurately.
Overall, this role is vital in ensuring US Foods continues to deliver high standards of service and product quality to its valued customers. It offers excellent benefits, a dynamic work environment, and the potential for career advancement within a leading company in the food distribution sector. Candidates who are dependable, customer-oriented, and possess strong driving and physical abilities will thrive in this position.
This position offers a split schedule that includes 5 to 6 days of work per week, typically with Wednesday or Thursday off, and requires availability for weekend shifts. The primary work hours are from 5 to 8 a.m. during dispatch, extending up to 12-14 hour shifts until deliveries are complete. The pay rate for this role is $22.50 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation aligned with the responsibilities and skills required.
The role is focused on multi-stop delivery operations, requiring the ability to load, unload, and transport various food products efficiently and safely. Key responsibilities include driving assigned vehicles to deliver goods to customers, accurately recording delivery information using company-required documentation and technology, and managing the handling of returned or damaged products. Adherence to safe food handling procedures and consistent monitoring of refrigeration systems onboard delivery vehicles are mandatory to ensure product safety and quality.
The delivery driver must demonstrate strong customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to various work conditions, including extreme weather. Physical stamina is essential as the job entails frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of weights up to 100 pounds. The candidate must also perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance with transportation regulations.
The ideal candidate for this position will be at least 21 years old, possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with the required endorsements, and have a clean driving record free of significant violations or suspensions in recent years. Experience in multi-stop delivery, local delivery, or the foodservice industry is preferred. Additionally, the person must be able to read, write, and communicate in English sufficiently to follow safety regulations and complete documentation accurately.
Overall, this role is vital in ensuring US Foods continues to deliver high standards of service and product quality to its valued customers. It offers excellent benefits, a dynamic work environment, and the potential for career advancement within a leading company in the food distribution sector. Candidates who are dependable, customer-oriented, and possess strong driving and physical abilities will thrive in this position.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with proper endorsements
- No more than two traffic violation convictions in the past two years
- No DUI convictions in the past three years
- No driver’s license suspensions in the past three years
- Must pass DOT physical
- One year multi-stop delivery experience or 6 months local delivery or foodservice industry experience
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English related to the job
- Basic math skills
- Pass pre-employment testing including background check
- Knowledge of area and map reading
- Use safe lifting and loading techniques
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Availability to work weekends, holidays and overtime
- Ability to demonstrate defensive driving techniques
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Valid U.S. driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper endorsements if required
- No more than two convictions in the past two-year period for traffic violations
- No DUI convictions in the past three years
- No driver’s license suspensions in the past three years
- Must be able to pass DOT physical
- One year multi-stop delivery experience required or 6 month local delivery experience and/or foodservice industry experience
- Hand cart delivery experience preferred
- Able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations
- Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Must pass pre-employment testing (including items such as a Background Check)
- Have knowledge of area and/or map reading abilities
- Use safe lifting and loading techniques
- Great interpersonal/customer service skills
- Availability to work on weekends, holidays and overtime in order to service customers
- Demonstrate defensive driving techniques
- Building customer loyalty
- Managing work
- Adaptability
- Building trust
- Follow-up
- Communication
Job Duties
- Lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis and up to 100 lbs on an occasional basis
- Load and unload the vehicle for multi-stop deliveries
- Transport deliveries by driving assigned vehicles
- Use hand truck to move product from the delivery vehicle into the customer location including going up and down stairs with product as necessary
- Accurately record delivery information including operating a hand scanner and all company required documentation
- Responsible for the proper documentation and disposition for any return product
- Communicate delivery-customer issues to proper authority
- Deliver product to each of the designated stops following the stop sequence provided for the day
- Unload product safely and stage product in the space(s) designated by customer
- Check invoice for complete delivery
- Process paperwork and damaged merchandise if any
- Collect payments if necessary
- Monitor refrigeration system on the delivery vehicle on a consistent basis for safety
- Follow all safe food handling procedures
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections such as monitoring fluid levels, tires, windshield wash and replenishing fuel
- Other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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