CDL Driver

Intercity Packers Ltd.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Halperns' Steak & Seafood in Tampa, FL is seeking a CDL Driver to deliver Halperns' products on a Monday–Saturday schedule, presenting a professional image and ensuring on-time service.

The role emphasizes safety, clear communication, and teamwork with management and sales to resolve customer concerns. Annual salary is $46,800, with standard delivery duties and routine vehicle inspections.

Qualifications

• Safety/compliance regulations and procedures must be followed.
• Professional appearance in Halperns' uniform.
• Punctuality, problem solving and attention to detail are required.
• Effective verbal and written communication is necessary.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliveries must be safe, accurate, and timely.
• Follow DOT policies and procedures.
• Maintain good customer relationships and communicate concerns to management.
• Manage paperwork including register and credits.
• Collaborate with management and sales to address customer concerns.

Skills

Safety compliance

Professional appearance

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Goal orientation

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Tools

Van/Truck operation

Dolly operation

Safety equipment usage

Job description

Welcome to Halperns Steak & Seafood! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

CDL Driver Tampa, FL

Position Summary

Presents a positive image to Halperns' Steak and Seafood customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of Halperns' products. Communicates customer issues and concerns. Operates Halperns' equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of equipment and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public.

Annual Salary: $46,800

Schedule: Monday through Saturday with one day off during the week

Essential Functions

• Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of Halperns' products.
• Follows all company and Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures.
• Builds and maintains good customer relationships.
• Demonstrates self-control.
• Accurately collects customer payments.
• Safeguards company funds and follows Halperns' banking policies.
• Monitors reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in a timely manner.
• Completes daily check-ins in a timely manner with no errors.
• Collaborates with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
• Performs 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.
• Maintains the truck cab and trailer in a clean and organized manner.
• Attends department meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

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

Equipment / Tools / Technology

• Ability to operate a van, straight truck and/or tractor-trailer CMV as appropriate.
• Must be able to operate a dolly with a load weighing up to 350 pounds.
• Uses dollies and other safety equipment to aid in the lifting and carrying of products.

Company Culture

Halperns' Steak & Seafood values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon our workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Halperns' Steak & Seafood customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Halperns' Steak & Seafood. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, 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.

Company Locations

Halperns' currently operates seven production and distribution facilities, which are located in Atlanta, Baltimore, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Dallas, Walton (KY), and Kalamazoo (MI). With a strong and established presence in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic areas of the United States, the company serves a variety of independent and national chain customers across much of the East Coast and beyond, and currently employs over 1,000 people.