Class 1 Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated delivery representative to ensure timely and accurate product deliveries. This role is crucial in maintaining strong customer relationships while adhering to safety and compliance standards. As a key member of the team, you will operate specialized equipment and handle customer payments, all while showcasing your problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Join a company that values inclusivity and diversity, where your contributions will truly make a difference in the food service industry.

Qualifications

• Must pass a physical ability test for the area hired.
• Ability to adhere to safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, accurate, timely deliveries of products.
• Build and maintain good customer relationships.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Tractor-Trailer

Refrigerated Van

Job description

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Position Summary:

Presents a positive image to Gordon Food Service (GFS) customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of GFS products. Serves as liaison between GFS management and customers. Communicates all customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of Tractor-Trailer, refrigerated van and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public. Must pass the required sales service representative physical ability test for area hired.

Shift: 4am start time (Monday to Friday)
Location: Dartmouth, NS

Essential Functions:

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

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

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

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation 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 [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.