DZ Delivery Driver

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits

Cell phone allowance

Pension plan

Employee discount

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. is hiring a driver to safely operate UNFI vehicles and deliver products to customers, including Downtown Toronto routes. You will load/unload, verify paperwork, and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires a valid DZ license, 6–12 months trucking experience (tailgate/reefers), hand-bombing, and familiarity with ELD (Samsara). Strong English communication and a clean driving record are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid DZ Driver's License for the vehicle(s) driven.
• 6–12 months of truck driving experience.
• Tailgate and Reefers experience required.
• Handbombing experience required.
• Experience with ELD device (Samsara).
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections per UNFI procedures.
• Deliver and unload products using ramps, lift gates, and pallet jacks.
• Verify piece counts and obtain required signatures.
• Operate vehicle safely per UNFI guidelines and report incidents.
• Maintain vehicle condition and complete related paperwork.
• Address customer issues and attend mandatory driver meetings.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Documentation

Computer skills

Handbombing

Loading/unloading

Education

DZ Driver's License

Tools

Samsara (ELD)

Job description

Job Overview:

Responsible for driving a UNFI vehicle safely and delivering products to customers. Loads and unloads the truck in a safe and timely manner according to UNFI procedures. Minimizes delays and reports problems.

Drivers must be comfortable and able with traveling to Downtown Toronto and completing deliveries for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures.
• Reviews paperwork for completeness and accuracy.
• Delivers and unloads products utilizing equipment including ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars and other devices which assist delivery.
• Verifies piece count, leaves the appropriate paperwork and secures the required signatures and store stamps (when applicable) on delivery documents.
• Operates vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations and complaints from the public.
• Reports any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager.
• Keeps vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure. Reports any defects promptly to the Transportation Manager.
• Completes related paperwork.
• Addresses and resolves customer problems as appropriate.
• Attends mandatory drivers meetings, training or administrative sessions as required.
• Maintains the Company’s professional reputation to customers, the public and company employees.
• Performs duties in accordance with HACCP and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures appropriate for location.
• Assumes other related duties as required or assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Manual lifting up to 50 lbs on occasion; must be able to hand bomb and break down skids.
• Working environment - ranges from noisy, moisture, dust, and/or fumes.
• When needed - bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, standing, walking, and sitting to drive a vehicle.

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications:

• Possession of a valid, provincially appropriate DZ Driver's License for the vehicle(s) being driven.

Experience:

• At least 6 months - 1 year of previous experience operating a truck(s) similar in size to the truck(s) that will be driven in the role.
• Previous experience with Tailgate and Reefers required.
• Previous Handbombing experience required.
• Previous experience working with an ELD device (i.e. Samsara).
• Clean driver's abstract.

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of provincially specific transportation and driving laws and mandates.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions.
• Good time management skills.
• Detail Oriented - proficient with basic administrative tasks (Paperwork, filing, etc.)

Skills & Abilities:

• Good written and verbal English communication skills
• Good math skills
• Solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs as well as break down skids or "hand-bomb"
• Good time management skills
• Strong computer skills

As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to undergo:

• A criminal background check
• MVR search

About UNFI:

We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits:

Pay rate of $25.55/hour to start, Health & Dental benefits – following 90 days of employment, cell phone allowance, company pension plan, employee discount on UNFI products.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.