Local Class 5 Delivery Driver

Job summary

Ensure safe, accurate, and timely delivery of food service products to non-commercial customers while maintaining positive professional relationships. Perform vehicle inspections, manage delivery paperwork, and communicate customer concerns to management.

Job details

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... What We Offer Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment FULL flex benefits program Company matching RRSP Profit Sharing 129 year, family owned and operated company history Pay for performance incentive program after 3 months Local routes --> guaranteed to be home every day! Family culture and advancement opportunities Schedule: Night Shift | 4 days x 10 hrs | Sunday - Friday | Start time between 7PM - 10PM Position Summary Presents a positive image to Gordon Food Service (GFS) non-commercial customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of GFS products. Serves as liaison between GFS management and customers. Communicates customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail with working knowledge of refrigerated, delivery Vans over 10001 lb GCVW but less than 26001 lb GCVW. Works on a Sales Service route as a helper as needed, when Van loads are not available. Must pass the required sales service representative physical ability test for area hired. Essential Functions Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries of GFS products. Build and maintain good customer relationships. Demonstrates self-control. Accurately collects customer payments. Safeguards company funds and follows GFS banking policies. Performs all Sales Service functions by the 90th day of employment. Perform proper equipment maintenance, monitor reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in timely manner. Complete daily check-ins in a timely manner with no errors. Collaborates with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns. Perform daily pre/post trip inspection of vehicles and equipment. Completes check in process accurately and on time. Manage paperwork to include register, credits, pick-ups, etc Develop and maintain a good working relationship with other GFS employees. Maintains peer relationships in the field to share issues and ideas. Attending department meetings Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Must possess a valid Class 5 License. Ability to adhere to all safety/compliance regulations and procedures. Ability to deal effectively with customers and the public. Must maintain a professional appearance wearing the GFS uniform. This position requires punctuality, problem solving and attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and also function in a team environment. Must be goal oriented with a positive “can-do” attitude. Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language. Ability to meet the physical demands of this job including lifting, pushing, pulling of product. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

What you’ll do

Ensure safe, accurate, and timely delivery of food service products to non-commercial customers while maintaining positive professional relationships. Perform vehicle inspections, manage delivery paperwork, and communicate customer concerns to management.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Class 5 License and be able to meet the physical demands of lifting, pushing, and pulling products. Requires strong communication skills, punctuality, and the ability to adhere to safety and compliance regulations.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Prescription Drug Insurance • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) • Flex Benefits Program • Company Matching RRSP • Profit Sharing • Pay For Performance Incentive Program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Class 5 License
• Customer Relationship Management
• Safe Driving
• Payment Collection
• Equipment Maintenance
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Physical Stamina
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service & Support