Floral & Perishables Delivery Specialist

Florist Distributing, Inc. (FDI); Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Florist Distributing, Inc. (FDI) in Omaha, NE seeks a dependable Delivery Driver to move perishable flowers, plants, and other goods on an established route. You will operate a company van and ensure timely delivery on tight schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading, verifying manifests, and maintaining safe driving practices. The role requires adaptiveness to fluctuating demand and commitment to company standards and customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and provide a Department of Transportation driving record.
• Must be at least age 18.
• Ability to read and obey MSDS information on products.
• Must have the ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or verbal instructions.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Other duties may be asked of this position due to fluctuating business, must possess the ability to adapt to change and be versatile depending on the situation.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities.

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

MSDS reading ability

Basic math

Job description

Florist Distributing, Inc. (FDI) in Omaha, NE seeks a dependable Delivery Driver to move perishable flowers, plants, and other goods on an established route. You will operate a company van and ensure timely delivery on tight schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading, verifying manifests, and maintaining safe driving practices. The role requires adaptiveness to fluctuating demand and commitment to company standards and customer service.