Driver Specialist [Full Time]

Bread Alone Bakery•Lake Katrine, NY

10h•$20 - $25

About The Position

Bread Alone Driver Specialists have a unique impact on our business as the critical link between us and our customers. Drivers Specialists are experienced problem solvers, adept at handling new challenges with actionable solutions. This role requires effective communication and the ability to navigate difficulties directly and proactively. This role also requires exceptional levels of reliability and a customer focused approach. Drivers are responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction and the accuracy of deliveries they carry out. Their daily functions include operation and care of delivery vans and trucks, accurate delivery of product, route management, usage of driver sheets and route materials, operation of handhelds and tablets, completion of daily paperwork, and organized truck offload. Drivers work overnight hours in a physically demanding environment that requires the ability to self-organize and self-motivate. Drivers are expected to have and maintain a professional demeanor and an excellent driving record. This role requires availability from Sunday to Wednesday 1030pm to 9am at $20 - $25 per hour Bread Alone's Worldview: Bread Alone Began in 1983 with simple intention: To feed people organic bread baked from a wood-fire brick oven. We run the bakery today with the optimistic belief that good food, an equitable economy and a healthy planet can thrive together. At the heart of our endeavors lies the profound belief that individuals are integral to every positive impact we make. Join us as we collectively strive for excellence in aligning our aspirations with meaningful actions.

Requirements

Able to sit and drive for long periods of time while executing tasks quickly and accurately
Active drivers license and clean driving record
Able to work in a physically demanding fast-paced environment
Able to work outside with frequent exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions
Able to work with minimum supervision
Able to communicate with precision both written and verbal
Comfortable with routinely shifting tasks
Able to multitask, prioritize, and balance multiple time sensitive tasks simultaneously
Able to learn and operate computer applications or other automated systems necessary to perform daily tasks
Respect for and comfort with a diverse and inclusive workplace
Able to pull, push, move and lift to waist level and carry awkward and shifting weights up to 50 pounds
Willing to follow all safety guidelines set out by Bread Alone
Willing to take responsibility for your own and others safety a well as follow safety rules and regulations and report any unsafe conditions to management
The Bakery is open 365 days a year and team members must be willing to work consistently throughout the year which includes holidays and weekends Sunday to Wednesday 1030pm to 9am at $20 - $25 per hour

Responsibilities

Follow correct procedures for safe and secure loading and unloading of trucks
Delivery of all goods at all stops along assigned route or routes
Proactive time management skills to ensure customer expectations for timely delivery of good are met
Manage and adjust invoices when delivering to full-service accounts
Serve as Bread Alone brand ambassador by establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with each customer
Communicate and proactively manage any delivery errors or product shortages
Maintain cargo and cab area of assigned delivery vehicle in a neat and orderly fashion according to Bread Alone guidelines
Consistent and correct usage of nightly driver checklist
Maintain fuel and DEF levels in vehicles according to company policy
Provide at least six hours of notice if unable to work a scheduled shift
Proper use of company gas cards
Ability to learn and operate our telemetric fleet tracking and maintenance software