Seafood Route Delivery Driver (Class C)- FT, Mon- Sat, 5 am Start

J.J. McDonnell & Co.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision,

Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disab

401(k) plan

Other employee perks

Job summary

J.J. McDonnell, a Maryland seafood distributor, is seeking a driver to deliver products to customers on assigned routes in Elkridge. You will provide high levels of customer service, follow company procedures, and ensure accurate, on-time deliveries.

The role requires a valid Maryland driver's license with clean record, 3–5 years of delivery experience, and the ability to pass a DOT certification. Strong communication, safety mindset, and bilingual ability are valued.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of delivery experience.
• Valid Maryland drivers license.
• Able to obtain and maintain a DOT certification.
• Must be polite with good problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Ability to read and write English; Spanish a plus.
• Able to use navigation tools for routes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers on assigned route and provide high service.
• Follow safety policies and maintain food safety standards.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and manage vehicle with ELD.
• Ensure proper handling of products and accurate deliveries.
• Communicate returns, weight differences, price discrepancies to office.

Skills

Delivery experience

Good communication

Safety-minded

English literacy

Navigation tools

Bilingual Spanish

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

DOT certification

Job description

Description

The Company

J.J. McDonnell was founded in 1945 and was originally located in the downtown Baltimore Seafood Market. In 1984, J.J. McDonnell relocated its operations to the Maryland Seafood Market in Jessup, Maryland. In October of 2016 J.J. McDonnell moved into a larger facility in Elkridge, Maryland, where we currently reside. J.J. McDonnell has established a market leadership position in Maryland, Washington D.C, and Northern Virginia as a provider of high-quality seafood products and services.

Over the years, the product focus has transitioned from predominately fresh fish to a healthy mix of fresh and frozen seafood. We cater to a wide range of customers, from Retail to Bar & Grill, Sushi to American Steakhouse, or from small ‘Mom and Pop’ stores to a large National Chain.

J.J. McDonnell prides itself on being a company that offers more than just a product. We offer our customers a wealth of knowledge, information and education about the seafood industry and the products our customers are buying and serving. It is our pleasure and purpose to provide seafood products, services, and support that will enable our customers to enhance their own business.

The Opportunity

This position is responsible for delivering products to customers on assigned route, providing high levels of customer service, and resolving any problems according to company procedures.

Responsibilities

The Driver responsibilities include:

• Maintain the highest Food Safety standards.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Drive the vehicle in a safe and defensive manner.
• Maintain a professional and pleasant disposition, provide a positive experience to customers and collect signatures or payments.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle with ELD device to ensure safe driving conditions and properly working refrigeration.
• Notify supervisor if any aspect of your vehicle is not operating correctly.
• Ensure that the product loaded on your truck is:
• The correct product is listed on the manifest or invoice.
• Make sure the containers that hold the product are in good shape. Do not mishandle, drop, or step on any containers.
• Ensure the cargo is loaded in a way to make sure it will not be damaged prior to delivery.
• Delivered accurately.
• Prior to leaving the dock and anytime you are away from your vehicle make sure your cargo door is closed and locked.
• Adhere to routing schedule in delivery software.
• Only stop at routed delivery destinations. No personal business is to be conducted during work hours. Only stops for lunch are permitted.
• Inform the office/account manager of returns, weight differences or price discrepancies by phone call. Identify those issues on your paperwork. Indicate the name of the person you spoke with on your paperwork prior to leaving the customer’s location.
• Constantly looking for opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and resolve problems according to company procedures.
• Demonstrate a serious interest in the customer’s business and create good relationships.
• Fuel truck prior to returning to the plant.
• Driver Check In must check all returns. Once checked place all returns neatly in the designated area and ensure they have adequate ice or placed in freezer if frozen product.
• Ensure that your truck is returned in a neat and clean condition.
• Turn in all paperwork, checks, and cash to Driver Check In.
• Park your truck in designated spot assigned by Driver Check In.
• Delivering late deliveries to customers, as necessary.
• Picking up inbound freight from airports.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Safety:

• The Driver understands that Safety is his/her responsibility along with all of co-workers.
• It is expected that the Driver will follow all safety protocols of the company outlined in the Employee Handbook and specific Driving Policies.
• It is also understood by the driver that if they violate the rules, policies, or procedures set forth in the handbook or company policies, the Driver may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination of employment at the discretion of management.

Reporting Relationship

The Driver reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma
• Able to obtain and maintain a DOT certification.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Valid Maryland Drivers’ License with less than 3 points.
• Three to five years of delivery experience.
• Must be polite.
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be able to multi-task, adapt to various work assignments, and follow all safety guidelines.
• Able to transfer attention from one task to another without affecting performance.
• Able to use navigation tools to find customer locations or to reroute for construction and traffic issues.
• Must be able to read and write in English. Ability to speak Spanish a plus.

Location

Elkridge, Maryland

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, walk, and hear.
• The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee occasionally is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk.
• The ability to sit for hours at a time.
• The ability to climb in and out of delivery truck.
• The employee is capable of lifting, pulling, or pushing 75% - 100% of the time.
• The employee is capable of lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds often.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works indoors in the warehouse, inside a truck cab and when necessary outside for brief periods of time. The employee can be exposed to wet and/or humid, hot, cold, and snow conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to loud.
• The performance of this position may routinely require exposure to the manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, hair nets and gloves may be mandatory.

Equal Opportunity Employer

J.J. McDonnell is committed to providing a diverse workforce experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran, or disability status. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Benefits

J.J. McDonnell offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Other employee perks