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Salary$2000 Sign-On Bonus Available
FreshDirect drivers earn a $2000 SIGN ON BONUS- $17.00 per hour + $8.00-$10.00 extra per hour in tips!
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The New Jersey Route Driver is responsible for providing efficient and safe delivery of boxes to our customers within the NJ Area. A driver operates a refrigerated truck and also operates a hand truck to assist when making deliveries. Our drivers deliver orders to the appropriate destination within a scheduled time. They are expected to provide professional customer service and timely reporting to supervisors and assigned dispatchers regarding lateness, damaged or missing products.
Responsibilities:
- Provide an efficient and safe delivery of boxes to our depots within the NJ area
- Operates a refrigerated truck and also operates a hand truck to assist when making deliveries
- Deliver orders to the appropriate destination within a scheduled time
- Provide professional customer service
- Provide timely reporting to supervisors and assigned dispatchers regarding lateness, damaged or missing products
Education and Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1-2 years of RECENT commercial truck driving experience
- No degree required
- Ability to clearly communicate and read in English
- Must be able to work weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and Holidays
- Must be able to work a flexible shift (mornings and/or evenings)
- Ability to complete all basic and recurring training
- Must be able to deliver orders up to 50 lbs in weight to the appropriate destination within a scheduled time [this may include walking up or down several flights of stairs]
- Must be comfortable interacting with customers
- Must have a strong commitment to customer service and safe
- Comfort /familiarity with basic smartphone operations
- Ability to utilize smartphones for two-way communication with our Operations Team
- Must embody and demonstrate company values and culture
- 21 years of age or older
- Must have a valid NY, NJ, CT, driver license
- Ability to prioritize and make decisions independently
- Ability to navigate a route successfully & independently
- 3 points or less on a motor vehicle report
- No suspensions within the past 12 months and no more than 1 suspension in the past 3 years
- No more than 1 accident in the past three years
- Cannot have more than 3 moving violations within the past 3 years
Who is FreshDirect:
In 2023, FreshDirect officially become a part of the Getir family! This strategic partnership combines FreshDirect's diverse product portfolio and expansive customer base with Getir's renowned expertise in ultrafast grocery delivery and cutting-edge technology.
Getir, well-known for its lightning-fast grocery delivery services, is set to enhance FreshDirect's infrastructure with its technological prowess. By leveraging Getir's rapid delivery approach, FreshDirect aims to redefine the future of grocery delivery in the United States.
Why choose FreshDirect?
We're a company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers, team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the field.
Great people deserve great perks. We offer comprehensive benefits, plus many workplace extras, including:
- A flexible and generous paid time off plan
- 20% off at freshdirect.com and significant markdowns at our employee market
- 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle between our Bronx headquarters and the subway
- Regular events and barbecues for employees
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Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.
As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect for the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company car
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Experience level:
- 1 year
- 2 years
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Box truck: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Hackensack, NJ 07601 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
