CDL ROUTE DELIVERY DRIVER $28.00/HR | OVERNIGHT | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS REQUIRED

E.A. Sween•Chicago, IL

8d•$28

About The Position

DELIVERY DRIVER $28.00/HR | OVERNIGHT | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS REQUIRED WHO WE ARE Since 1955 , we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth . We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day. At E.A. Sween , our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us! Hourly Pay: $28.00 POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a reliable and efficient Delivery Driver to safely verify, load (if needed), and deliver fresh food products—including sandwiches, milk, bread, and bakery items—to convenience stores along an assigned route. This position involves flexible hours , including weekends and holidays . If you are committed to providing exceptional service and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Age & Licensing: At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license in your state of residence. (CDL B with air brake endorsement may be required.)
Experience: 3+ years of route delivery driving and backing with a box truck; this role is hands-on and physically active beyond just driving.
Physical Ability: Capable of loading the truck; lift up to 75 lbs repeatedly; push/pull up to 300 lbs with a four-wheel dolly.
Communication Skills: Proficient in English (spoken and written).
Adaptability: Comfortable working in 38-70 degrees Fahrenheit warehouse temps and all outdoor weather conditions .
Physical Endurance: Able to perform frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and reaching over shoulder height, at waist level, and from the floor.
Fast-Paced Environment: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced nighttime environment.
Clear Record: Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen, physical/lifting assessment, criminal background check, and motor vehicle record check , with a clean driving record (minimal accidents or tickets in the past 3 years and no DUIs in the past 5 years )

Responsibilities

Timely Deliveries: Ensure fresh food products are delivered accurately and on schedule to convenience stores along your designated route.
Navigation Skills: Utilize written and GPS directions to efficiently locate stores and navigate your route.
Technology Use: Operate an electronic tablet to accurately record delivered product quantities and complete daily check-ins with each store.
Tray Management: Collect all empty trays from stores during each delivery to maintain efficiency and cleanliness.
Training & Safety: Participate in required training sessions, safety courses, and informational meetings to stay current with best practices and company standards.
Safe Delivery Practices: Apply proper set points on trucks to ensure safe transport and perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, documenting any issues.
Truck Maintenance: Maintain truck cleanliness and promptly report any major issues to supervisors to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
Warehouse Operations: Work in warehouse temperatures ranging from 38 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit to load and unload the truck, verify order counts, and complete necessary paperwork.
Customer Service Excellence: Provide professional and courteous service, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries to all stores.
Vehicle Management: Safely operate, maintain, and clean a 24-28 foot straight box truck .
Documentation: Complete and submit DOT logs and any other required paperwork accurately and on time.