Pronto Delivery Driver

US Foods; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is hiring a driver to join its delivery team in a fast-paced foodservice environment. The role involves multi-stop deliveries, safety-conscious handling of goods, and accurate documentation.

The successful candidate will be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally, with a clean driving record and DOT readiness. Base pay starts between $22.00 and $24.00 per hour, with overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Must pass DOT physical and background checks.
• No more than two traffic violations in the past two years; no DUI in past three years; no license suspensions in past three years.
• One year of multi-stop delivery experience preferred or six months local delivery experience and/or foodservice industry experience.
• Hand cart delivery experience preferred; basic reading/writing in English; basic math skills.
• Must have map-reading abilities and be able to read area maps.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload deliveries; transport to customer locations.
• Record delivery information with a hand scanner and paperwork.
• Deliver product to designated stops following the stop sequence.
• Move product using a hand truck; climb stairs as needed.
• Ensure proper documentation and disposition for returns.
• Communicate delivery issues to supervisor or team.
• Monitor refrigeration systems for safety and food handling.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Complete required paperwork and billing when applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

English communication

Mathematical skills

DOT physical

Safety oriented

Customer service

Map reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BECOME A US FOODS® DRIVER! Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $22.00 and $24.00. The Pronto Delivery Driver role starts at $24.00 per hour. This role is eligible for 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.

Schedule: Monday - Saturday - 6 day workweek 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Each item should account for 10% or more)

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.

• 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 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.

SUPERVISION: None

RELATIONSHIPS: Internal: Transportation associates, Maintenance associates and other internal contacts. External: Customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

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. No commercial or professional driving experience required. One year of multi-stop delivery experience is preferred or six months 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 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: To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:

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

No more than two convictions in the past two year period for traffic violations. No more than one of these may be a serious as defined by DOT (e.g., leaving scene of an accident, reckless driving, homicide/assault, eluding police, at fault offense, refusing a breathalyzer test, committing a felony with a vehicle) violation or result of an accident - company or private vehicle; No DUI convictions within past three years, regardless of type of vehicle operated; no driver’s license suspension within past three years (insurance and overweight tickets are excluded); and no termination by previous employer for failure to comply with safety regulations or for accident involvement.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements: This work requires the following physical activities: 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 pass DOT physical. 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:

1. STAND Frequently

2. WALK Frequently

3. DRIVE Frequently

4. SIT Frequently

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:

1. 1-10 lbs. (Sedentary) Occasionally

2. 10-20 lbs. (Light) Frequently

3. 25-50 lbs. (Medium) Frequently

4. 50-100 lbs. (Heavy) Occasionally

5. Over 100 lbs. (Very Heavy) Occasionally

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:

1. 1-10 lbs. (Sedentary) Occasionally

2. 10-20 lbs. (Light) Occasionally

3. 20-50 lbs. (Medium) Occasionally

4. 50-100 lbs. (Heavy) Occasionally

5. Over 100 lbs. (Very Heavy) Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

1. Push/pull Frequently – e.g.: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift

2. 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.

3. Stoop/squat Occasionally

4. Kneel/bend Occasionally

5. Bend Frequently

6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally

7. Grasp objects Frequently – e.g.: Hand truck, boxes, cartons Continuously - Steering wheel

8. Manipulate objects Frequently – e.g.: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paper work, truck gate, straps Continuously – e.g.: truck gear shift

9. Twisting Frequently

Why US Foods

US Foods® helps our customers Make It, with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. Opportunities in our company abound for skilled, forward-thinking associates. Great drivers are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. On and off the road, our drivers strive for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with customers. At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and service. Together we help our customers make it, but we also believe in helping our drivers make it! At US Foods®, we are committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.

*Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. If you have not registered to the FMCSA database, please note registration is required. Please visit https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register. If you are able to log into login, but are having trouble with the Clearinghouse registration, see “Clearinghouse Help” field on the clearinghouse page.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $22.00 and $24.00.

***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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