Local Delivery Driver: Safe, Customer‑Focused Routes

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a dependable delivery driver to operate a tractor-trailer, deliver and unload products to Sysco customers. This role emphasizes customer service, DOT compliance, and safety practices; overtime, weekend/holiday coverage, and early start times are common.

Responsibilities include on-time delivery, unloading with hand cart, lifting up to 100 pounds, verifying items with customers, completing DOT logs, and maintaining vehicle and yard sanitation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years local food/beverage delivery experience preferred.
• Pallet breakdown and hand cart delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product within route schedule and time windows; inform management of deviations.
• Unload product from trailer using hand cart and place in customer storage areas.
• Lift or move product up to 75 pounds, up to 100 pounds; stack pallets with hand cart.
• Verify delivery with customer and obtain signatures; report invoice discrepancies.
• Follow DOT regulations and Sysco safety policies; complete DOT logs.
• Maintain vehicle and yard sanitary conditions; attend required meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sysco is seeking a dependable delivery driver to operate a tractor-trailer, deliver and unload products to Sysco customers. This role emphasizes customer service, DOT compliance, and safety practices; overtime, weekend/holiday coverage, and early start times are common.

Responsibilities include on-time delivery, unloading with hand cart, lifting up to 100 pounds, verifying items with customers, completing DOT logs, and maintaining vehicle and yard sanitation.