Delivery Driver (Yard Jockey)

Delivery Driver (Yard Jockey)

Ft Lauderdale, FL

Welcome to Halperns’! The dedicated employees who work at Halperns' are passionately committed to this business and the customers they serve. Being part of Halperns' means being part of something important, something unique, and something special. This commitment is made clear by the superior meat and seafood specialty products we distribute.

There's a seat at our table for you.

What we offer:

• Medical, Prescription Drug, EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment

• Dental, vision and other voluntary plans

• Pre-Tax Saving Accounts

• Profit Sharing

• Family culture and career advancement opportunities

Work Schedule: Monday - Saturday ( 3am - 12pm )

Annual Salary: $ $55,120.

Position Summary:

Presents a positive image to Halperns’ Steak and Seafood  customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of Halperns’ products.  Communicates customer issues and concerns.  Operates Halperns’ equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of equipment and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public. 

Essential Functions: see below for level requirements

• Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of Halperns’ products.

• Follows all company and Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures.

• Builds and maintains good customer relationships.   Demonstrates self-control.

• Accurately collects customer payments. Safeguards company funds and follows Halperns’ banking policies.

• 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.

• Performs 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

• Maintains the truck cab and trailer in a clean and organized manner

• Attends 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 Halperns’ 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.

Equipment / Tools / Technology:

• Ability to operate a van, straight truck and/or tractor-trailer CMV as appropriate

• Must be able to operate a dolly with a load weighing up to 350 pounds.

• Uses dollies and other safety equipment to aid in the lifting and carrying of products.