Driver Helper

Performance Food Group (New); Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is seeking a Driver Helper in Linthicum, Maryland. The role involves assisting drivers in delivering food products safely and on time. Candidates should be prepared for physical demands and have a High School Diploma or GED.

This position offers competitive pay starting at $19.00/hour, giving individuals the opportunity to grow within the food distribution industry, with benefits from day one including health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience in delivery or foodservice.
• Ability to obtain powered equipment certifications.
• Willingness to work in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Drivers in delivering products safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trucks and company vehicles.
• Complete required documentation accurately.

Skills

Effective communication

General math skills

Reliability from instructions

Computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation certification

Job description

Company Description:

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that continues to grow as an industry leader in fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience retail industry. Our reputation of empowering customers, employees, and communities has allowed us to build over 23 Billion in revenue. Through our distribution centers, we offer a full range of products, programs, and solutions to customers across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Why Join Core-Mark?

Core-Mark emphasizes personal growth and development for all associates. We believe that when you succeed, the company succeeds. We promote internally whenever possible and provide frequent training opportunities in several formats to help you meet your personal and career goals.

Position Details:

• Pay: $19.00/hour
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Shift: Anywhere from 2:00am - 7:00pm

Position Purpose:

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers! As a Driver Helper, you will assist the Driver in every aspect of the product delivery to our customers.

Primary Responsibilities

The Driver Helper rides with and assists Drivers in the tractor trailer, tandem trailer and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading various products in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co‑workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Assists the Driver in the safe and accurate delivery of products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Loads and unloading truck and/or company vehicles.
• Places products in areas identified by customers.
• Completes required documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and/or 1-3 years of related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and apply general math skills.
• Ability to work reliably from verbal and written instructions.
• Intermediate computer knowledge and ability to learn/use computer programs on the job.
• Ability to obtain certifications for use of powered equipment; such as forklift operation.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Physical ability to regularly lift, carry, and position up to 10 lbs. regularly, up to 25 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Physical ability to handle objects, tools, and/or controls.
• Physical ability to stand for a significant period of time and walk continuously.
• Physical ability to occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, or crawl.
• May require the ability to operate and/or be certified on various powered equipment.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment which will expose the incumbent to a variety of noise and potential extremes in temperature.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 1+ years foodservice distribution industry experience.
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet).
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD).
• Customer service-related work experience.

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the Company) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please review the following policy details: EEO Policy, EEO is the Law poster and supplement, and Pay Transparency Policy Statement.