Driver Helper

Core-Mark; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark in Linthicum, Maryland is looking for a Driver Helper to assist drivers in delivering food and food service products. This role is crucial for ensuring timely delivery and building customer relationships.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma/GED and 1-3 years of related experience. Key responsibilities include assisting with product delivery, loading/unloading trucks, and communicating with customers. Competitive pay with benefits including health, wellness, and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to work from verbal and written instructions.
• Intermediate computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Driver in the delivery of products.
• Load and unload the truck.
• Complete required documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

General math skills

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

Pay: $17.00/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.

Benefits

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.

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 our EEO Policy, the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement, and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.