Non CDL Delivery Driver

US Foods; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Paid time off

Safety culture

Job summary

US Foods in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Non CDL Driver to support multi-stop deliveries. You will load, unload, and drive to customer locations while using a hand scanner to document deliveries.

The role offers a starting wage of $28.13/hour, increasing to $32.13 after one year, with opportunities for annual increases and OT based on business needs; benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with endorsements if required.
• DOT physical pass required.
• 1 year multi-stop delivery experience or 6-month local delivery/foodservice experience.
• Able to read/write/communicate in English regarding job and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload deliveries from the vehicle.
• Deliver to designated stops following the schedule.
• Record delivery information using a hand scanner and complete required documentation.
• Ensure proper handling and disposition of returns.

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand truck

Scanner

Job description

Non CDL Driver

Join Our Community of Food People!

Our Non CDL Delivery Drivers start at $28.13/hour! Increased to $32.13 at 1 year! Annual increases.

Shift schedule: Monday – Friday 10:00AM – 6:30PM (40h avg week, OT based on business needs).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, paid time off, strong safety culture, and excellent local leadership.

The Main Ingredients

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Load and unload the vehicle for multi‑stop deliveries.
• Transport deliveries by driving assigned vehicles.
• Use a hand truck to move product from the delivery vehicle into the customer location including going up and down stairs with product as necessary.
• Accurately record delivery information including operating a hand scanner and all company required documentation.
• Responsible for the proper documentation and disposition for any return product.
• Communicate delivery‑customer issues to proper authority (i.e., Customer Service, Territory Manager, Transportation Supervisor, etc.).
• Deliver product to each of the designated stops following the stop sequence provided for the day.
• Unload product safely and stage product in the space(s) designated by customer.
• Check invoice for complete delivery. Process paperwork and damaged merchandise if any.
• Collect payments if necessary.
• Monitor refrigeration system on the delivery vehicle on a consistent basis for safety; follow all safe food handling procedures.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections such as monitoring fluid levels, tires, windshield wash and replenishing fuel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Training

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Related Experience / Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper endorsements if required.
• No more than two convictions in the past two‑year period for traffic violations, no DUI convictions in the past three years, no driver’s license suspensions in the past three years.
• Must be able to pass DOT physical.
• One‑year multi‑stop delivery experience required or 6‑month local delivery experience and/or foodservice industry experience.
• Hand cart delivery experience preferred.
• Able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
• Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must pass pre‑employment testing (including items such as a Background Check).
• Have knowledge of area and/or map reading abilities.
• Use safe lifting and loading techniques.
• Great interpersonal/customer service skills.
• Availability to work on weekends, holidays and overtime in order to service customers.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Building Customer Loyalty
• Managing Work
• Adaptability
• Building Trust
• Follow‑up
• Communication
• Demonstrate Defensive Driving techniques

Physical Requirements

• Climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs. of material on a consistent basis, 100 lbs. on an occasional basis and repetitive motions.
• The work is performed primarily outdoors.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time: OCCASIONALLY: 1%‑33% FREQUENTLY: 34%‑66% CONTINUOUSLY: 67%‑100%.
• JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: STAND Frequently, WALK Frequently, DRIVE Frequently, SIT Frequently.
• LIFT: 1‑10 lbs. (Sedentary) Occasionally; 10‑20 lbs. (Light) Frequently; 25‑50 lbs. (Medium) Frequently; 50‑100 lbs. (Heavy) Occasionally; Over 100 lbs. (Very Heavy) Occasionally.
• CARRY: 1‑10 lbs. (Sedentary) Occasionally; 10‑20 lbs. (Light) Occasionally; 20‑50 lbs. (Medium) Occasionally; 50‑100 lbs. (Heavy) Occasionally; Over 100 lbs. (Very Heavy) Never.
• PUSH/PULL Frequently – e.g., Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift.
• CLIMB/BALANCE Frequently – e.g., In/Out Truck/Trailer (2 vertical steps) to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side door steps and Platform of trailer. Stairs, truck and delivery ramps.
• STOO P/SQUAT Occasionally.
• KNEEL/BEND Occasionally.
• BEND Frequently.
• REACH ABOVE shoulder Occasionally.
• GRASP objects Frequently – e.g., Hand truck, boxes, cartons Continuously – Steering wheel.
• MANIPULATE objects Frequently – e.g., Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps Continuously – e.g., truck gear shift.
• TWISTING Frequently.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base rate for this role is between $28.13 per hour and $32.13 per hour. This role will also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre‑tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

EOE

Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

Company Overview

US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e‑commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.