CDL B Route Delivery Driver

Kowalski Companies Inc; Hamtramck (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee discount

Job summary

Kowalski Companies Inc. is seeking a Class B CDL Driver for local food product deliveries. This full-time role requires operating a Class B vehicle, delivering on schedule, and providing professional service at customer locations.

You will handle loading/unloading, complete delivery paperwork, and maintain safe vehicle operation while meeting DOT and food-safety standards. We offer steady hours and benefits in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL required.
• Safe and responsible driving history.
• Ability to perform basic math and complete delivery paperwork.
• Ability to operate a smartphone and use route apps.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial delivery truck requiring a Class B CDL.
• Drive assigned routes and make scheduled customer deliveries.
• Safely transport food products from our facility to customer locations.
• Move cases and other products using a hand truck or similar equipment.
• Unload and place merchandise at designated customer locations.
• Stock products at customer locations when part of the delivery.
• Verify deliveries and complete required paperwork.
• Process returns, credits, and refused merchandise.
• Perform required vehicle inspections before and after driving.
• Notify management of vehicle maintenance needs, delivery problems, or other concerns.
• Maintain a clean and orderly delivery vehicle.
• Follow company procedures, DOT requirements, and applicable food safety practices.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Basic math

Smartphone usage

Job description

CDL B Route Delivery Driver

Full-Time | Starting at $21.00 per Hour

About the Position

We are hiring a Class B CDL Driver to handle local food product deliveries to our customers. This is a hands-on delivery position for someone who is dependable, safety-minded, comfortable working independently, and able to provide professional service at customer locations.

Drivers are responsible for getting products to the right location on schedule, handling product safely, and completing the documentation associated with each route.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial delivery truck requiring a Class B CDL
• Drive assigned routes and make scheduled customer deliveries
• Safely transport food products from our facility to customer locations
• Move cases and other products using a hand truck or similar equipment
• Unload and place merchandise at designated customer locations
• Stock products at customer locations when part of the delivery
• Verify deliveries and complete required paperwork
• Process returns, credits, and refused merchandise
• Perform required vehicle inspections before and after driving
• Notify management of vehicle maintenance needs, delivery problems, or other concerns
• Maintain a clean and orderly delivery vehicle
• Follow company procedures, DOT requirements, and applicable food safety practices

Requirements

Required:

• Valid Class B CDL
• Safe and responsible driving history
• Minimum age of 18
• Ability to perform basic math and accurately complete delivery paperwork
• Ability to operate a smartphone and use route or delivery applications

Preferred:

• Previous delivery or route-driving experience
• Food distribution or warehouse experience
• Customer service experience

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent physical activity during both driving and customer deliveries. The successful candidate must be able to:

• Repeatedly lift and move items weighing up to 65 pounds
• Enter and exit a commercial vehicle multiple times throughout the route
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, twist, reach, and climb stairs as needed
• Work in outdoor conditions and changing weather throughout the year

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position with schedules based on production and customer delivery requirements.

• Typical shifts are approximately 8–9 hours
• First shift schedule, start times may be as early as 3:00 AM
• Daily schedules may vary
• Occasional weekend work may be necessary

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee discount

Why Join Us?

This position is a good fit for a driver who wants a steady, hands-on role where reliability and customer service matter. You'll be an important part of getting our products from our facility to the customers who depend on us.