Route Driver - Full-Time Position with Benefits - Union, NJ

Fortune East is seeking an honest, reliable route driver to complete deliveries for our company. Responsibilities include packing parcels and boxes into the vehicle, filling out route sheets and maintaining logs, obtaining signatures from customers, communicating with dispatch and clients, as well as performing routine vehicle maintenance. To be successful as a route driver, the ideal candidate should demonstrate good driving and planning skills.

• Loading and unloading goods efficiently and carefully.
• Reading route sheets thoroughly, and planning trips to save time and fuel.
• Obeying rules of the road and company regulations.
• Ensuring cargo is secured before moving off.
• Communicating with dispatch and contacting customers when required.
• Inspecting the company vehicle, which includes checking tire pressure, fluids, and fuel, and reporting any issues immediately.
• Interacting with customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma.
• Valid driver's license (Class B or D driver’s license).
• Commercial driver's license may be required depending on the type of vehicle.
• Physical strength and stamina (Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more).
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and telephonic instructions.
• A willingness to work overtime when required.
• Great mechanical skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience.

• Full Health Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, and other voluntary benefits).
• 401K Retirement Savings Program with Company Match.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.
• Employee Discount Program for Product Purchases.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.