CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

Sysco - FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry leader in foodservice distribution, where your role as a driver will not only involve navigating daily routes but also ensuring exceptional customer service. This position offers growth opportunities and the chance to be part of a dynamic team that values hard work and dedication. You will be responsible for loading and unloading products, maintaining safety standards, and communicating effectively with customers. With competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, this is your chance to drive forward in a rewarding career with a company that prioritizes its employees' success.

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Employee Discount Program

Discounts on Sysco Stock

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old with a valid CDL.
• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Run daily routes efficiently while unloading products at customer locations.
• Handle customer complaints and verify delivery of items.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Truck

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Job description

Company:

US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC

Zip Code:

06114

Minimum Level of Education:

High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:

1 Year

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:

0

Compensation Range:

$26.25

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

Drive Forward into a New Career with FreshPoint Connecticut!

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105 Reserve Road Hartford, CT 06114

Earn between $50,232 - $54,600 annually ($24.15- $26.25 hourly)

• Plus incentive earning potential
• Home Daily
• Early Morning Starts (2AM-5AM)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

New hires are eligible first day of the month following or coinciding with 31 days from date of hire

• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Discounts on Sysco Stock (SYY)

Job Profile Summary

All drivers run daily routes with frequent stops and are required to load packages onto hand trucks and unload product at each stop on the assigned route in the order they are designated by the Transportation Department Manager. The candidate will operate successfully in a cross-dock model picking up a loaded truck from a nightly delivery at the assigned loading dock and return the empty truck back to the assigned lot at the end of the route. May be required to assist occasionally with loading-trucks, palletizing product, and performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Job Posting

All drivers run daily routes with frequent stops and are required to load packages onto hand trucks and unload product at each stop on the assigned route in the order they are designated by the Transportation Department Manager. The candidate will operate successfully in a cross-dock model picking up a loaded truck from a nightly delivery at the assigned loading dock and return the empty truck back to the assigned lot at the end of the route. May be required to assist occasionally with loading-trucks, palletizing product, and performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects.

• Runs routes efficiently, meeting or exceeding designated route times

• Unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas. May include transporting product down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions.

• Frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs 1-75 pounds, up to 100 pounds; frequently reach up to 72" to stack and unstack pallets and hand cart; constantly bend and twist while loading and unloading product, and retrieving items from trailer.

• Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Contact management for authorization when discrepancies are on invoices. Communicate all errors/returns.

• Calls in when a customer does not receive their entire order (shorts)

• Handles any customer complaints professionally

• Handles company equipment properly, follow written driver safety rules, and performs a pre-trip inspection. Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Sysco policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements

• 21+ years of age.

• Must submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

• License to drive - valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a clean driving record.

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

• Touch freight may need to lift, push or move product weighing an average of 40-60 pounds and as much as 100 pounds repeatedly.

• Flexibility overtime as required, weekends and holidays as business needs require.

Preferred Requirements

• 1 year customer delivery experience preferred.

• 6 months hand cart/hand truck experience preferred.

• 6 months Food and Beverage experience preferred.

• 2 years consistent work history preferred.

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.