ROUTE DRIVER - SMARTSERVICE (FULL TIME)

Canteen North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Legal Services

Job summary

Canteen North America in Houston, TX is hiring a full-time Route Driver – SmartService to deliver products on established routes and maintain inventory at client locations. You will provide top-notch service to customers and ensure accurate handling of goods, with daily responsibilities including loading, unloading, and timely deliveries.

Previous route driving experience is preferred; a valid driver's license is required and you must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3 years driving experience required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preferred 1-2 years’ experience in a customer service position, or a minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Responsibilities

• Load truck with product and service scheduled machines following procedures.
• Maintain inventory levels and product distribution for vending machines.
• Load hand cart with totes of product and deliver to machines; return to truck.
• Perform product rotation to ensure freshness at client locations for vending machines.
• Provide client and customer satisfaction in every aspect of job performance.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of vending machines and related equipment.
• Report defective equipment to maintenance/repair service operators or dispatcher.
• Maintain machine product and inventory data via handheld device.
• Inform regular clients and customers of new products or services.
• Resolve service complaints and report to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays or materials.
• Account for all receipts, invoices, cash, and product.
• Conduct inventory reconciliation per procedures.
• Keep vehicle clean and perform pre/post-trip inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving experience

Driver's license

Customer service

Heavy lifting

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full time ROUTE DRIVER - SMARTSERVICE positions.

Location: Canteen - 11123 Beltline Road Suite 200, Houston, TX 77067. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary. Further details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous route and delivery driving experience preferred. Must have a valid driver's license.

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

All Canteen driving roles may include commission eligibility.

About Canteen

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Click HERE to see a day in the life of a Canteen Route Driver!

Summary: Drives company vehicle over established route to deliver products and maintain inventory. Responsible for the delivery of top-notch service to clients and customers at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prior to beginning each day’s route, ensures that truck is properly loaded with all product required to properly service all scheduled machines following outlined operational procedures.
• Maintains proper inventory levels and product distribution for vending machines.
• Loads hand cart with totes of product, walks to the machines, and loads the machines. Returns to truck with hand truck of empty totes.
• Performs product rotation to ensure freshness at designated client locations for vending machines.
• Provides client and customer satisfaction in every aspect of job performance.
• Performs routine cleaning and sanitation of vending machines and other related equipment.
• Conducts minor service and adjustments on machines. When necessary, reports defective equipment to designated maintenance repair service operators or technician dispatcher.
• Maintains accurate machine product and inventory data via a handheld computer.
• Informs regular clients and customers of new products or services.
• Listens to and resolves service complaints; reports all client and/or customer complaints to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
• Sets up merchandise and sales promotion displays, or issues sales promotion materials to customers.
• Accountable for all receipt of goods, invoices, delivery tickets, cash received or collected, and product.
• Conducts inventory reconciliation in accordance with established procedures.
• Keeps company vehicle clean and organized at all times; performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3 years driving experience required.
• Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.
• Preferred 1-2 years’ experience in a customer service position, or a minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Associates At Canteen Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Req ID:1556207