Local Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service•Greensburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Food Service is hiring a local CDL A Delivery Driver to deliver food products to customers such as restaurants, schools, hospitals, and universities. The role involves building customer relationships and representing the company through courteous, accurate, and timely deliveries. Drivers work day shifts on local routes and return home each day. They unload products, often using a ramp and two-wheeled hand truck, and handle cases weighing up to 100 pounds. Newly licensed drivers are encouraged to apply. The driver serves as a liaison between GFS management and customers, communicates customer issues and concerns, collects payments, safeguards company funds, and completes sales service functions. The role also includes inspections and maintenance checks of vehicles and equipment, monitoring refrigerated-unit temperatures, completing delivery check-ins and paperwork, and working with management, sales representatives, and other drivers. Drivers operate delivery vans and tractor-trailers and must follow safety and compliance procedures.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Class A CDL required at hire.
One year of previous driving experience.
One year of experience in customer service or a related field.
Ability to operate a two-wheel cart with loads of up to 350 pounds.
Ability to lift, push, and pull products, including lifting cases up to 100 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English, including following verbal instructions and handling labels, paperwork, and related information.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Clean driving record meeting DOT and Gordon Food Service standards.
Must be registered with the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent.
Ability to adhere to safety and compliance regulations and procedures.
Professional appearance while wearing the GFS uniform; punctuality, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Goal-oriented, positive, can-do attitude.
Ability to operate an on-board computer and handheld scanner, delivery van, and tractor-trailer commercial motor vehicle.
Basic knowledge of computer operations.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver GFS products safely, accurately, on time, and efficiently.
Build and maintain good customer relationships and present a courteous, professional image.
Serve as a liaison between GFS management and customers; communicate customer issues and concerns.
Accurately collect customer payments and safeguard company funds in accordance with GFS banking policies.
Perform all Sales Service functions by the 90th day of employment.
Maintain equipment, monitor refrigerated-unit temperatures, and report mechanical issues and damage promptly.
Complete daily check-ins accurately and on time, including required paperwork such as registers, credits, and pick-ups.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Collaborate with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with other GFS employees and share field issues and ideas with peers.
Attend department meetings and perform other duties as assigned.