Floral Delivery Specialist - Perishables & Fresh Flowers

FDI (Florist Distributing, Inc.); Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Florist Distributing, Inc. (FDI) is seeking a Delivery Driver to operate a company van and manage on-time deliveries of perishable flowers, plants, lawn and garden items, and durable goods. The role includes loading, unloading, sorting by route, and obtaining customer signatures.

You'll assist with packaging, use a dolly, refuel vehicles, and report maintenance needs. Flexible scheduling and weekend shifts may apply; a valid driver’s license and DOT record are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and provide a Department of Transportation driving record.
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packages to designated locations on time.
• Assist in loading company trucks for delivery of product.
• Sort packages by route, customer, or commodity.
• Understand proper packaging techniques for all items, including fresh, perishable, flowers and durable goods.
• Assist in the packaging of fresh flowers.
• Use a dolly or two-wheeler to load/unload product.
• Collect empty containers, rejected, or unsold merchandise from the customer.
• Obtain customer’s signature on shipping manifest.
• Refuel company vehicles using corporate fleet card.
• Advise company of routine maintenance needed on company vans.
• Perform duties in a timely manner.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary.
• Report to work when scheduled and on time; works evenings and weekends as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT driving record

Read MSDS information

Basic math and record keeping

Time management

Flexible schedule

Education

Six months or less related work experience

Tools

Box strapping machine

Pallet jack

Box cutter/knife

Job description

Florist Distributing, Inc. (FDI) is seeking a Delivery Driver to operate a company van and manage on-time deliveries of perishable flowers, plants, lawn and garden items, and durable goods. The role includes loading, unloading, sorting by route, and obtaining customer signatures.

You'll assist with packaging, use a dolly, refuel vehicles, and report maintenance needs. Flexible scheduling and weekend shifts may apply; a valid driver’s license and DOT record are required.