Job Description

Delivery Driver

Delaware Valley Floral Group is currently seeking a Full time Delivery Driver to join our Hartford Distribution Team. This is a full-time role responsible for operating a refrigerated box truck to deliver fresh floral products to flower shops across the Hartford, CT area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a 16ft refrigerated box truck for daily deliveries.
• Ensure timely deliveries of fresh flowers and related products to customers.
• Maintain an organized and safe vehicle, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment.
• Work efficiently in a warehouse and cooler environment (34F) utilizing equipment such as pallet jacks, box cutters, and RF scanners.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing excellent customer service and fostering positive relationships.
• Follow assigned delivery routes using maps or GPS to optimize efficiency.
• Perform physical tasks, including loading, unloading, climbing in and out of the truck, driving, and handling products weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations.

Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday (with occasional Saturdays required).
• Start time on Monday through Friday is at 3:00 AM until completion upon finishing the route.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 60 pounds regularly.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Warehouse and cooler environment (34F).
• Utilization of equipment such as pallet jacks, box cutters, and RF Scanners for efficient handling and delivery of products.
• Proficiency in operating a 16ft Refrigerated Box truck is required.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience driving commercial vehicles (16ft box trucks or larger)
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain DOT Medical Certification (CDL not required)
• Acceptable driving record (reviewed twice per year)
• Must be 21 or older
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable using maps and GPS for route planning
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills
• Dependable, team-oriented, and hardworking
• Must pass pre-employment screenings

If you meet the above qualifications and are eager to join a growing, family-oriented company, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Delaware Valley Floral Group team!

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