Driver

GRANDPA JOES CANDY SHOP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Sick time

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop in Pittsburgh, PA is hiring a Driver to support our distribution center operations and local/regional delivery routes. You will deliver to retail stores and wholesale customers across PA, WV, and OH, pick up purchase orders and transport them to the warehouse, and assist with warehouse tasks and inventory.

This role requires independence and strong self-management with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• DOT Medical Card required for employment.
• Delivery experience with a 26-ft straight truck is preferred.
• Warehouse experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Availability for 35-40 hours/week, including a weekend day for events.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Inspections - complete daily pre‑trip and post‑trip checks; follow DOT and company policies.
• Loading & Unloading - lift up to 50 lbs; deliver orders to stores and wholesale customers.
• Order Fulfillment - assist with picking, packing, and staging orders.
• Receiving & Inventory - apply accurate receiving and inventory processes.
• Work independently and maintain a high level of organization.

Skills

Delivery experience

Warehouse experience

Organizational skills

Independence / self-management

Tools

26-ft straight truck with liftgate

Liftgate operation

Job description

Join a Team That's Growing Fast - and Having Fun Doing It

If you're motivated, reliable, and excited to be part of a team that's expanding across multiple states, you'll fit right in at Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop.

Since 2012, Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop has grown to 23 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida, Texas, West Virginia, and Minnesota.

The Role

As a Driver, you'll support both our Distribution Center operations and local/regional delivery routes. This position includes:

• Delivering to Grandpa Joe's retail stores and wholesale customers across PA, WV, and OH
• Picking up purchase orders and transporting them to the warehouse from PA, OH, and NJ
• Assisting with warehouse tasks and inventory
• Participating in weekend community events such as parades, fairs, and festivals
• Running a scheduled route with an overnight stay, plus opportunities for additional overnight routes as we continue to grow

This role requires independence, strong self‑management, and comfort working with minimal supervision.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Growth Opportunities - We're expanding and internal advancement is a priority.
• Real Impact - Your work directly supports our stores, wholesale partners, and customer experience.
• Supportive Team Culture - Collaborative, upbeat, and passionate about what we do.
• Fully Temperature‑Controlled Warehouse - Including air conditioning.
• Community Engagement - You'll represent Grandpa Joe's at local events and help strengthen our neighborhood connections.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Inspections - Complete daily pre‑trip and post‑trip checks; follow DOT and company policies.
• Loading & Unloading - Lift up to 50 lbs; deliver orders to stores and wholesale customers.
• Order Fulfillment - Assist with picking, packing, and staging orders.
• Receiving & Inventory - Apply accurate receiving and inventory processes.
• Work independently and maintain a high level of organization.

Requirements

• DOT Medical Card required
• Delivery experience with a 26‑ft straight truck with liftgate preferred
• Warehouse experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Availability for 35-40 hours/week
  • Includes a weekend day supporting an event once or twice per quarter through the year

What You'll Receive

• Opportunity for full‑time benefits including medical, dental, and vision, plus paid time off and sick time
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A dynamic, supportive, and fun work environment