Local Class 1 Delivery Driver

MANITOBA
On-site
Posted Jul 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school

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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 Family culture Advancement opportunities Profit Sharing 128 year, family owned and operated company history Position Summary: Presents a positive image to Gordon Food Service (GFS) customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of GFS products. Serves as liaison between GFS management and customers. Communicates all customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of Tractor-Trailer, refrigerated van and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public. Must pass the required sales service representative physical ability test for area hired. Schedule: Day Shift | Monday - Saturday | 4 Days x 10 Hours | Starting between 3AM - 7AM 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. Performs proper equipment maintenance, monitors reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in a timely manner. Completes 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. Manages paperwork to include register, credits, pick-ups, etc. Develops and maintains 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: Ability to adhere to all safety/compliance regulations and procedures. 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. Required Skills & Qualifications Valid Class 1 driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract. Previous professional driving experience is preferred Ability to work in a variety of weather, temperature and road conditions Excellent customer service skills. Strong mechanical aptitude A high-level of integrity and a strong work ethic, able to work with little supervision and be self directed. Professional demeanor under stressful situations. Physically fit and able to repeatedly lift, stack, pull and carry heavy items (up to 80 lbs) High School Diploma or equivalent. Availability for weekends. Equipment / Tools / Technology: Ability to operate on-board computer and handheld scanner. Ability to operate a delivery van and tractor-trailer CMV Must be able to operate a two-wheeled hand truck with a load weighing up to 350 pounds. Uses two-wheeled hand truck and other safety equipment to aid in the lifting and carrying of products averaging 50 pounds. Some basic knowledge of computer operations 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 talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. For more than 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered uncompromised quality and heartfelt service. From a butter-and-egg delivery service, it has grown into the largest family-operated foodservice business in North America. Today, the company serves customers from restaurants, to healthcare and education, across the U.S. and Canada through its distribution network and more than 180 retail stores.

What you’ll do

Ensure safe, accurate, and timely delivery of food service products while maintaining positive customer relationships. Perform vehicle inspections, manage delivery paperwork, and collaborate with management to resolve customer concerns.

Requirements

Requires a valid Class 1 driver's license with a clean abstract and the physical ability to lift up to 80 lbs. A high school diploma and availability for weekend shifts are also required.