DZ Delivery Driver

Job Overview

Responsible for driving a UNFI vehicle safely and delivering products to customers. Loads and unloads the truck in a safe and timely manner according to UNFI procedures. Minimizes delays and reports problems.

Drivers will be required to transport deliveries throughout the Greater Toronto Area including Downtown Toronto. Please note Hand bombing is required for this role.

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of vehicle utilizing knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures.
• Reviews paperwork for completeness and accuracy.
• Delivers and unloads products utilizing equipment including ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks, load bars and other devices which assist delivery.
• Verifies piece count, leaves the appropriate paperwork and secures the required signatures and store stamps (when applicable) on delivery documents.
• Operates vehicle safely within UNFI guidelines minimizing accidents, traffic violations and complaints from the public.
• Reports any accident immediately to the Transportation Manager.
• Keeps vehicles well maintained, safe, and secure. Reports any defects promptly to the Transportation Manager.
• Completes related paperwork.
• Addresses and resolves customer problems as appropriate.
• Attends mandatory drivers meetings, training or administrative sessions as required.
• Maintains the Company’s professional reputation to customers, the public and company employees.
• Performs duties in accordance with HACCP and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures appropriate for location.
• Assumes other related duties as required or assigned.

• Manual lifting up to 50 lbs on occasion; must be able to hand bomb and break down skids.
• Working environment - ranges from noisy, moisture, dust, and/or fumes.
• When needed - bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, standing, walking, and sitting to drive a vehicle.

• Education &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Possession of a valid, provincially appropriate DZ Driver's License for the vehicle(s) being driven.
• Experience:
  
  At least 6 months - 1 year of previous experience operating a truck(s) similar in size to the truck(s) that will be driven in the role. Previous experience with Tailgate and Reefers required. Previous Hand bombing experience required. Previous experience working with an ELD device (i.e. Samsara). Clean driver's abstract.
• Required Knowledge:
  Knowledge of provincially specific transportation and driving laws and mandates. Good written and verbal communication skills in English. Solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions. Good time management skills. Detail Oriented - proficient with basic administrative tasks (Paperwork, filing, etc.).
• Skills & Abilities:
  Good written and verbal English communication skills. Good math skills. Solid understanding of receiving and shipping functions. Able to lift up to 50 lbs as well as break down skids or “hand-bomb”. Good time management skills. Strong computer skills.

• A criminal background check
• MVR search

We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more:
Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Pay rate of $25.55/hour to start, Health & Dental benefits – following 90 days of employment, cell phone allowance, company pension plan, employee discount on UNFI products.

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

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