Delivery Driver

Revolution-Foods; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolution Foods is seeking a Delivery Driver in California to distribute meals and snacks to local schools. You will verify orders, deliver on time, and maintain vehicle condition while upholding food safety standards.

The role emphasizes customer interaction with school staff and accurate record-keeping during routes. The position requires a valid Class C license, a good driving record, and the ability to pass background and drug tests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Delivery Driver.
• Experience driving Vans.
• A valid Class C Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a company driving test, background check and drug test

Responsibilities

• Verifies the daily delivery plan, and route(s) to make deliveries.
• Engages with school representatives when making deliveries, demonstrating excellent customer service.
• Conducts vehicle pre-check inspections before departing to deliver goods.
• May pack and load products on to trucks, according to company specifications.
• Adheres to proper food handling requirements and temperature checks of chilled products.
• Maintains regular communication with the route dispatcher about traffic and delays.
• Manages packing slips and delivery receipts; notes rejections or shortages.
• Follows safe work practices, operating the vehicle and using PPE where required.
• Completes routine admin tasks; performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Job description

Job Summary: The Delivery Driver position is responsible to execute the distribution of our meals and snacks to local schools. They fulfill all orders assigned and will accurately count items on their truck. The primary objective is to timely delivery of quality products while operating a delivery truck on the open roadway. The driver is critical to the customer service process for Revolution Foods. Required to have a valid state issued Driver’s license and a good driving record.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Verifies the daily delivery plan, and route(s) to make deliveries. Maintains a high level of professional uniform standards and personal hygiene. Responsible to maintain proper levels of fuel and executes daily truck checks. Inspect fruits and snacks for quality and bring issues to the attention of the Operations manager.

• Works closely with Dispatch to verify daily delivery plan, route(s) for make deliveries, potential road work that could delay or cause re-routing. Confirms customer orders against product deliveries to ensure accuracy and quality product.
• Engages with school and other representatives when making deliveries, demonstrating excellent customer service skills and communication. Maintains a positive disposition, conduct and present themselves in a respectful and polite manner at all times.
• Conducts vehicle pre-check inspections before departing to deliver goods. Spot checks product upon delivery and unloading to ensure product quality. Exercises good judgement and operational control of a company vehicle.
• May pack and load products on to trucks, according to company specifications, and unload truck to meet customer / school program needs.
• Adheres to proper food handling requirements and temperature checks of chilled products such as milk, dairy, vegetables, etc.
• Maintains regular communication with the route dispatcher and informs them of traffic and other conditions that may impact timely deliveries.
• Manages the packing slips and delivery process, having customers sign for receipt of deliveries, noting any rejections or shorted products.
• Follows company protocol when questions or concerns are raised by customers. They are encouraged to be problem solvers and promote Revolution Foods Core values and mission.
• Follows safe working practices operating the vehicle, obeying speed limits, loading and unloading. May use pallet jacks, dock plates, wheel chalks, track mileage, straps, handle pallets and plastic wrap.
• Keeps the truck interior and exterior organized, clean and sanitary throughout. Ensure proper care of equipment used to move or secure product inventory.
• Follows all required safe work and food safety practices. This includes vehicle safety precautions and wearing required PPE in designated areas. Corrects and/or reports any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
• Identifies and reports vehicle mechanical issues that may occur. Supports preventive maintenance on trucks and equipment. Immediately reports any accident or property damage that may occur.
• May assist kitchen staff with preparation and pack-out tasks as needed. Completes a variety of routine admin tasks associated with the work.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Required Experience and Education:

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Delivery Driver
• Experience driving Vans
• A valid Class C Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a company driving test, background check and drug test

Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• Able to work an early morning flexible schedule and cover varied shifts which may include periodic overtime
• Must possess a positive and professional attitude and image
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter who will be responsible for common routines. Goal-driven with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from others
• Able to work as a team and individually to accomplish the work
• Knowledge of basic food handling requirements

Working Conditions: Work is within a factory setting, with chilled temperatures, and occasionally work is required within the freezer area. Routinely exposed to wet, damp and cold conditions. All PPE is provided.

• Prolonged standing, walking and sitting is routinely required.
• Routinely required to stand, walk, bend, carry, crouch, grasp, hold, kneel, lift, push/pull, reach, sit, squat, stand, stoop, stretch, turn, twist, talk, listen and communicate with others.
• May lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• All Revolution Foods Driver’s assigned routes are subject to change based on business needs.
• Assigned routes are not owned by Drivers.
• All Drivers will have a designated timeframe to complete all daily routes.
• Based on business needs, Drivers may be asked to periodically assist with additional stops/routes.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the tasks that may be expected. The company reserves the right to modify this job description from time-to-time to meet business needs.

Base hourly compensation rate:

$18.00

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience

Required

1 year:

Delivery Driver

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