Route Driver Helper

Core-Mark; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food distribution is seeking dedicated delivery drivers to join their team. In this vital role, you'll assist in delivering products to customers while ensuring safety and efficiency. This position offers competitive pay, with starting compensation at $22.50 per hour, and the opportunity to obtain your CDL at no cost. Join a supportive and inclusive work environment that values growth and recognizes your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference in the food supply chain and build lasting relationships with customers, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in a warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to lift products weighing up to 90 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Driver in safe and accurate product delivery.
• Load and unload truck and/or company vehicles.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Warehouse Experience

Time Management

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

1. Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
2. Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
3. Safe and inclusive working environment, including a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only ensure that customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers! As a Driver, Helper Non Formula, you will assist the Driver in every aspect of product delivery to our customers.

The Driver, Helper Non Formula rides with and assists Drivers in the tractor trailer, tandem trailer, and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading various products in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors, and co-workers professionally, ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Compensation: $22.50/hour

Interested in becoming a Driver? We will pay for you to get your CDL!

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

1. Assists the Driver in the safe and accurate delivery of products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
2. Loads and unloads truck and/or company vehicles.
3. Places products in areas identified by customers.
4. Completes required documentation in a timely manner.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 - 12 months experience in a warehouse environment and interfacing with customers

Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position.

Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.

Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves/pallets, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout the shift.

Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer, and dry.

Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years in a warehouse environment and interfacing with customers within the foodservice industry

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.