Utility Route Driver

Forte Belanger; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Route Driver to join their team. This role involves driving a company vehicle to merchandise products at various store locations, ensuring inventory levels are maintained, and managing cash handling processes. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a knack for retail. With a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and work-life balance, this company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) match. If you are looking for a fulfilling career with growth opportunities, this is the perfect chance to make an impact.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with match

PTO

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Ability to pass DOT requirements.
• Preferred retail experience and basic merchandising knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle to merchandise store products.
• Maintain inventory levels and manage out-of-date merchandise.
• Collect money from kiosks and follow cash handling protocols.

Skills

Retail experience

Basic merchandising knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.18/hr - $20.18/hr

Location and Details

• Department: South Bend Mkt 203716
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: South Bend
• Reporting To: Michael Omalley
• Compensation: $20.18 / hour

Job Description

The Utility Route Driver is responsible for driving a company vehicle over an assigned route to merchandise store products. The driver maintains market stores and vending machines by filling, stocking, and managing inventory.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Merchandising: Merchandise products according to store layouts, roll-out promotions, gather customer feedback, maintain inventory levels (soft drinks, pre-packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastries, snacks), count and record inventory, restock shelves and coolers, follow inventory tracking protocols, and manage out-of-date merchandise.
2. Product Delivery: Review inventory needs, coordinate with warehouse, load/unload products safely, deliver merchandise to points of sale, and communicate with management about product and scheduling changes.
3. Cash Handling: Collect money from kiosks, follow cash handling protocols, record transactions, and report suspicious activity.
4. Food Safety & Sanitation: Handle and refrigerate perishable items properly, maintain coolers, and perform routine cleaning of equipment and areas.
5. Inventory & Audit: Conduct monthly inventory counts, inspect food quality, report stale products, and conduct final walk-throughs.
6. Additional Projects: Perform other assigned tasks as required.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to pass DOT requirements
• Preferred: Retail experience and basic merchandising knowledge
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

We prioritize health, wellness, and work-life balance with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with match, PTO, flexible schedules, and employee assistance programs. Location-specific perks may include wellness programs, training, certifications, and team events.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Distribution and Supply Chain
• Industry: Truck Transportation