Driver Helper - Days

Performance Food Group (New); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is seeking a Driver Helper to support Drivers in delivering products to customers across the distribution network. The role emphasizes safe handling, timely deliveries, and building relationships with customers.

Responsibilities include assisting with loading, delivering, documenting orders, and communicating professionally. Benefits include health and retirement options and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and apply basic math.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions on the job.
• Intermediate computer knowledge and ability to use job-related software.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Driver in the safe and accurate delivery of products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Load and unload truck and/or company vehicles.
• Place products in areas identified by customers.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Verbal/written instructions

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

• Pay: $16/hr
• Day Shift

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.

Benefits

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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 click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.