Van Driver-1

Halperns' Steak & Seafood•Fort Lauderdale, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Van Driver (Non-CDL) presents a positive image to Halperns’ Steak & Seafood customers through courteous, on-time, accurate deliveries of company products. The role communicates customer issues and concerns and operates company equipment professionally and safely, with attention to detail, safe work habits, equipment knowledge, and effective customer service. The driver is responsible for safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries; compliance with company and Department of Transportation policies and procedures; maintaining customer relationships; collecting and safeguarding customer payments; monitoring refrigerated-truck temperatures; reporting mechanical issues and damage; completing daily check-ins and paperwork; inspecting vehicles and equipment; maintaining a clean, organized cab and trailer; and attending department meetings. The position also collaborates with management and sales representatives regarding customer concerns and performs other duties as assigned. The role is based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The listed pay starts at $43,300 per year. The schedule is Monday to Friday (Saturday), 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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 products.
Provide the most recent employment experience for the application to be considered complete.
Ability to operate a van, straight truck, and/or tractor-trailer CMV as appropriate.
Ability to operate a dolly with a load weighing up to 350 pounds.

Responsibilities

Ensure safe, accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of Halperns’ products.
Follow company and Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures.
Build and maintain good customer relationships and demonstrate self-control.
Accurately collect customer payments, safeguard company funds, and follow company 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.
Complete the check-in process accurately and on time, and manage paperwork including register, credits, and pick-ups.
Maintain the truck cab and trailer in a clean and organized manner.
Attend department meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.