Delivery Driver

Fischerfoodsohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Overtime available

Job summary

Fischerfoodsohio in Columbus, OH is seeking reliable delivery drivers who are committed to customer satisfaction by safely and timely transporting items to our customers\' establishments, including local restaurants, care homes, schools, and other facilities. You will load trucks, drive routes, inspect vehicles, and assist with warehouse duties as needed, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires early-morning shifts, a valid license, a clean driving record, and the

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Able to pass criminal background and drug screen for insurance purposes.
• Reliable transportation to arrive on time.

Responsibilities

• Load trucks and drop off items while adhering to routes and time schedules.
• Drive delivery trucks and deliver fresh produce to customers with excellent service.
• Inspect truck for defects before/after trips and report issues to supervisor.
• Warehouse tasks: picking orders, rotating inventory, and light housekeeping.
• Back truck into receiving docks and complete all paperwork requirements.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and related warehouse tools as needed.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Safety conscious

English reading/writing

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

We are looking for reliable delivery drivers who are committed to customer satisfaction and transporting items in a safe, timely manner. The delivery driver will load trucks and drop off items while adhering to assigned routes and time schedules. Drivers are responsible for loading trucks under the direction of the management team, driving delivery trucks, taking product from the trucks into our customers’ establishments, and rotating products in coolers as needed, as well as some miscellaneous warehouse support such as helping with receiving and special projects. You will become part of an established company that serves local restaurants, care homes, schools, and other establishments by delivering fresh produce, dairy, eggs, and other food items. Join our team to be a part of this fun and rewarding industry. Paid training if needed Starting pay range is $19.00 -$21.00 per hour based on experience, plus Overtime is available when needed.

Driver Responsibilities

1. Drives straight/box truck to customer locations, meeting delivery windows.
2. Deliver fresh food items to customers while providing excellent customer service.
3. Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and reports any discrepancies indicating truck condition to supervisor.
4. Work in warehouse picking orders, rotating inventory, and general housekeeping duties including truck washing and special projects.
5. Must be able to back truck in and out of receiving docks.
6. Maintain check-in sheets and all paperwork requirements.
7. Maintain adherence to all Company policies and complete training program.
8. Ability to operate (or must be willing to immediately learn to operate) forklift, pallet jack, hand carts, and other related warehouse tools and equipment.
9. Ability to read and write standard English and comprehend simple instructions and communicate with supervisors, customers, and coworkers on a professional level.
10. The driver is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and write.

Essential Requirements

1. Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
2. For insurance purposes, must be able to pass a criminal background and drug screen.
3. Must have reliable transportation to arrive at work shifts on time.
4. Must be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds regularly.
5. Must have or be able to acquire a DOT Medical Card
6. Must be willing to work shifts that begin in the early morning (between 5-7am)

Schedule:

1. Flexible workday schedule
2. 6-day workweek, Monday to Saturday
3. Flexible shifts that begin in the early a.m.
4. Overtime available

Education:

1. High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

1. Driving experience: 2 years (Preferred)
2. Box truck experience: 2 years (Preferred)