CDL A Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service•Hartford, CT

4d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Food Service is hiring a CDL A Delivery Driver for local routes based out of 20 Hurlbut Street, West Hartford, Connecticut. Drivers deliver food products to restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and other customers while building customer relationships. The role involves unloading cases weighing up to 100 pounds and using a ramp and two-wheeler during the shift. Local routes and day shifts mean drivers are home every day. Newly licensed drivers are encouraged to apply. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 5:00 a.m. start and work continuing until the route is finished. Drivers average $90,000–$110,000 or more per year, with daily base pay and component pay for every mile driven, stop made, and case delivered. Benefits plans start on the first day; other listed rewards include weekly pay, wellness reimbursement, and profit sharing and a 401(k) with company match.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Class A CDL license at hire.
Ability to operate a two-wheel cart with loads of up to 350 pounds.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, company website information related to benefits and updates, complete paperwork, and follow verbal instructions.
Successfully pass a drug test, including testing for marijuana, and a background check.
Clean driving record as required by DOT and Gordon Food Service standards.
Registration through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and electronic consent.

Responsibilities

Deliver food products to customers such as restaurants, schools, hospitals, and universities.
Build relationships with customers.
Unload cases weighing up to 100 pounds.
Use a ramp and two-wheeler during the shift.
Operate a two-wheel cart with loads of up to 350 pounds.
Complete local delivery routes, working until the route is finished.