Van Driver-1
About The Position
The Van Driver presents a positive image to Halperns’ Steak and Seafood customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate product deliveries. The role communicates customer issues and concerns and operates company equipment professionally and safely, using attention to detail and safe work habits while dealing effectively with customers and the public. The driver delivers Halperns’ products, follows company and Department of Transportation policies and procedures, maintains customer relationships, collects payments, safeguards company funds, and completes required check-ins and paperwork. The role also monitors reefer temperature, reports mechanical issues and damage, performs vehicle and equipment inspections, maintains a clean and organized truck cab and trailer, attends department meetings, and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Adhere to all safety and compliance regulations and procedures.
- Maintain a professional appearance while wearing the Halperns’ uniform.
- Demonstrate punctuality, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Work independently and function in a team environment.
- Be goal-oriented and maintain a positive, can-do attitude.
- Read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
- Meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting, pushing, and pulling product.
- Operate a van, straight truck, and/or tractor-trailer CMV as appropriate.
- Operate a dolly with a load weighing up to 350 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safe, accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of Halperns’ products.
- Follow all company and Department of Transportation policies and procedures.
- Build and maintain good customer relationships.
- Demonstrate self-control.
- Accurately collect customer payments and safeguard company funds in accordance with Halperns’ banking policies.
- Monitor reefer temperature and promptly report mechanical issues and damage.
- Complete daily check-ins accurately and on time.
- Collaborate with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Manage paperwork, including registers, credits, and pick-ups.
- Keep the truck cab and trailer clean and organized.
- Attend department meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
