Local Delivery Truck Driver (CDL A/B) (FL)

Sysco•Miramar, FL

About The Position

The Local Delivery Truck Driver is responsible for delivering merchandise to customers within expected time parameters. The role follows a predetermined route, unloads and verifies merchandise, completes daily paperwork, and communicates delivery, system, or documentation issues to management. Drivers also collect authorized returns and follow applicable Department of Transportation, company safety, housekeeping, and OSHA requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 5:45 and 6:30 a.m. and an end time between 2:15 and 3:00 p.m. The stated pay is $22.53; the posting notes that this amount is an algorithmic comparison figure and may not reflect Sysco’s actual pay range.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least one year of safe commercial driving experience with a Class A or B CDL; qualifications also specify one year of route delivery experience or an applicable background driving a straight truck.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B; Class A is preferred.
Must be able to read and understand English.
Maintain current DOT Medical Certification and comply with DOT regulations.
Operate a vehicle in varied traffic and weather conditions.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving and prioritization abilities.
Excellent communication and customer relations skills, including problem resolution.
Ability to develop working knowledge of products and inventory control techniques and procedures.
Ability to perform simple arithmetic and communicate articulately.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, twist, stand, and lift merchandise; the posting describes lifting requirements of 60–100 lbs during loading and unloading, frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, and infrequent lifting up to 80 lbs.
Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.
Ability to climb on and off the truck box and work in confined spaces.
Ability to perform frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling.

Nice To Haves

Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Experience handling money.

Responsibilities

Deliver merchandise to customers according to a predetermined route and within expected time parameters.
Unload the correct merchandise and verify orders, noting any corrections.
Complete assigned reports and paperwork at the end of the day.
Inform the Manager of system or documentation problems identified during the workday.
Pick up returned merchandise with return authorization.
Comply with DOT safety and documentation regulations.
Perform safety and housekeeping duties in accordance with Edward Don & Company and OSHA standards.
Communicate effectively with customers and staff at all levels.
Meet or exceed company productivity levels and cases-per-error goals.
Plan and organize work independently of direct supervision.
Maintain communication with other departments regarding routing, safety, and customer relations.
Perform other duties as assigned.