Driver, Van Delivery

Gordon Food Service • Springfield, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Presents a positive image to Gordon Food Service (GFS) non-commercial customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of GFS products. Serves as liaison between GFS management and customers. Communicates customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail with working knowledge of refrigerated, delivery Vans over 10001 lb GCVW but less than 26001 lb GCVW. Works on a Sales Service route as a helper as needed, when Van loads are not available.

Requirements

• Ability to adhere to all safety/compliance regulations and procedures.
• Ability to deal effectively with customers and the public.
• Must maintain a professional appearance wearing the GFS uniform.
• This position requires punctuality, problem solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and also function in a team environment.
• Must be goal oriented with a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of this job including lifting, pushing, pulling of product.

Nice To Haves

• working knowledge of refrigerated, delivery Vans over 10001 lb GCVW but less than 26001 lb GCVW
• Works on a Sales Service route as a helper as needed, when Van loads are not available.
• Perform all Sales Service functions by the 90th day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries of GFS products.
• Build and maintain good customer relationships.
• Demonstrates self-control.
• Accurately collects customer payments.
• Safeguards company funds and follows GFS banking policies.
• Performs all Sales Service functions by the 90th day of employment.
• Perform proper equipment maintenance, monitor reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in timely manner.
• Complete daily check-ins in a timely manner with no errors.
• Collaborates with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
• Perform daily pre/post trip inspection of vehicles and equipment.
• Completes check in process accurately and on time.
• Manage paperwork to include register, credits, pick-ups, etc
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with other GFS employees.
• Maintains peer relationships in the field to share issues and ideas.
• Attending department meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
• Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
• If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
• All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
• Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed