Driver

Chefs’ Toys(a TriMark Company)
 

Since our founding in 1988, great people have proven to be a fundamental ingredient in the recipe for our success. Our business philosophy is to treat everyone with respect including customers, suppliers, and of course our terrific employees. As part of TriMark USA which is one of the country’s largest providers of foodservice equipment & supplies, Chefs’ Toys has 6 retail stores across California, an eCommerce platform, and a large delivery & installation fleet. We have some of the best and brightest career-minded foodservice professionals in the industry, many of whom are trained in the culinary arts. If you have a passion for food and love a great working environment where hard work is rewarded, you'll fit in nicely at Chefs' Toys.

Why you’ll love it here!

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance

+ 401k
+ Community Service Day

+ Spotlight Awards

+ National Sales Excellence Awards

+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Driver reports to the Store Manager
• Located in Sacramento
• Full-Time
• In Office
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and DOT drug screen post offer acceptance

The Driver plays a crucial role in safely and efficiently delivering our customers' products while ensuring exceptional customer service. This position involves operating company-owned vehicles with a weight of 26,000 lbs. or less. To comply with Department of Transportation regulations, candidates must be 21 years of age or older.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safe Vehicle Operation:

• Operate company-owned vehicles with the utmost care for safety.
• Maintain the vehicle in a safe and roadworthy condition through routine inspections.

Delivery Operations:

• Transport products to designated destinations along assigned routes, making local deliveries within a 150-mile radius (may vary by location).
• Provide outstanding customer service during deliveries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Adhere to assigned routes and time schedules while using company vehicles.
• Efficiently use forklifts, pallet jacks, or 2-wheel dollies to load/unload items at the warehouse and delivery sites.

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle and maintain records of these checks.
• Obtain necessary signatures and accept payments for delivered items when required.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to deliveries as directed.

Warehouse Support:

• Perform warehouse functions as needed, including tagging orders for shipping, order pulling, packing, and other related tasks (responsibilities may vary by location).

Equipment Operation:

• Drive 16' or 26' box trucks for deliveries, as per location requirements.

Additional Duties:

• Perform other related duties as assigned based on operational needs.

COMPETENCIES:

• Possess excellent customer service skills to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Highly motivated and capable of working independently.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Successfully pass and maintain a D.O.T. medical exam.
• Ability to travel as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 1 - 2 years of experience in a related field, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• Previous experience driving a 16' or 26' box truck.
• Possess a Class C license.
• Minimum age of 21 (as per D.O.T. regulations).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and DOT drug screen post offer acceptance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Bend or twist body.
• Use hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools. or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Keep or regain their balance.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.

Compensation includes the posted hourly pay range. Additional compensation opportunities, including overtime pay, incentives, or bonuses, may apply where applicable. Total compensation is determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc.  Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility. 

TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@trimarkusa.com.

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