Class C (Box Truck) Driver

Our Collective of Brands; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Austin is seeking a Class C Delivery Driver to operate a box truck and deliver to restaurant customers in Chicago. This full-time role runs Monday through Saturday with shifts starting around 7:00 AM and finishing after the route is complete, typically around 5:00 PM.

You will load cargos, perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain delivery records, and provide courteous customer service while adhering to safety and traffic regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• Pass motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
• Available Monday through Saturday starting at 7:00 AM.
• Clean driving record.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a box truck driver.
• Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate safe driving skills.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Load the truck and verify each order is complete and cargo is secured.
• Deliver to restaurant customers on assigned route and unload safely.
• Complete shuttle runs as needed and bring product back to the facility.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Keep accurate delivery records and complete required paperwork on time.
• Provide excellent customer service by delivering on schedule and handling questions or concerns.
• Follow all safety regulations and traffic laws.
• Coordinate deliveries by communicating with dispatchers, customers, and coworkers.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Salary: Estimate $175/Day (Depends on route, # of stops, and gross weight)
Schedule: 6 Day Work Week (Monday - Saturday)
Site Address: 4841 S California Ave. St Chicago, IL 60632

Who We Are

Charles Austin is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Charles Austin we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What You’ll Do

As a Class C Delivery Driver at our Chicago facility, you will be responsible for safely operating a box truck to deliver product to our restaurant customers. This is a full-time, Monday through Saturday position. Shifts start at around 7:00 AM and run until the route is complete, typically around 5:00 PM. Timeliness is very important, since our customers depend on on-time deliveries to run their restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Start each day by helping pick product and load the truck, making sure each order is complete and the cargo is securely stowed.
• Deliver product to restaurant customers on your assigned route, safely unloading goods with proper lifting techniques.
• Complete shuttle runs as needed, picking up product from vendors or sister locations and bringing it back to the facility.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to make sure the vehicle is in good working condition, and report any maintenance issues to management right away.
• Keep accurate delivery records and complete all required paperwork on time.
• Provide excellent customer service by delivering on schedule and handling customer questions or concerns courteously.
• Follow all safety regulations and traffic laws at all times.
• Communicate with dispatchers, customers, and coworkers to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues on the route.

Requirements

• Valid Class C driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check, which we will complete
• Must be available Monday through Saturday, starting at 7:00 AM
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record/
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a box truck driver.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all local traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate safe driving skills.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.

Sponsorship for Employment

Charles Austin does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.