Lead Driver Richmond VA

Company overview:
For over 60 years Delaware Valley Floral Group has been providing professional retail florists with the finest in fresh cut flowers and greens, floral supplies, and botanicals. Delaware Valley Floral Group, Inc. began as a small family business in 1959 and has grown to become one of the largest floral distribution companies in the United States. Our modern, 100,000 square foot Corporate Headquarters, located in Sewell, New Jersey, is supplemented by satellite Logistics, Distribution, and Sales facilities in Edison, NJ, Jessup, MD, Hauppauge, NY, Syracuse, NY, Hartford, CT, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Shrewsbury, MA, Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Richmond, VA and Oxnard, CA.

We offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance and 401(k) Plan.

Delaware Valley Floral Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of the business thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our customers, our employees, and our communities.

Lead Delivery Driver Richmond

The overall purpose of this position is to deliver products and goods safely and efficiently to designated locations within set timeframes. Ensure proper handling and delivery of fragile products while providing high levels of customer service. As a Lead Driver, this position also serves as a back-up to Distribution Management, as well as mentor and trainer to existing and new drivers.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Driver Responsibilities:

• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 3:30am to finish of route, with additional hours/days needed during peak seasons. Hours are also subject to change based on the volume of work, holidays, etc.
• Perform vehicle inspection before and after routes, reporting any vehicle issues to DC Manager.
• Review daily shipments to make sure product/package count matches customer order paperwork before departure.
• Load and organizes product into vehicle, utilizing straps, if needed, to eliminate damage or breaking of product during travel.
• Unload product at the customer location in a timely and safe manner.
• Adheres to all rules and laws of driving to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Keep accurate records of deliveries, customer authorizations and payment, and ensure all documentation is submitted to the proper personnel at the end of each day.
• When needed, resolve delivery-related issues on the spot, while proactively communicating potential issue to branch leadership.
• Follow the pre-planned route accurately and without deviation from set course unless discussed with management.
• Immediately report any accidents or vehicle issues to the DC Manager.
• Follow all company and state enforced safety requirements for the vehicle, and for loading and unloading of product.
• Maintain a professional image and demeanor at all times.
• Demonstrate a commitment to our customers and build effective customer relationships.
• Perform other duties as determined by branch leadership on an as-needed basis.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and read. This position is very active and requires standing (and sitting) for periods of time, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching and operating equipment. The employee must be able to lift and or move items up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• This position operates in a warehouse and cooler environment (34 degrees). The employee will utilize equipment such as Pallet Jacks and operating a 16ft Refrigerated Box truck.

Lead Driver Responsibilities:

• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 3:30am to finish of route, with additional hours/days needed during peak seasons. Hours are also subject to change based on the volume of work, holidays, etc.
• Be a role model that will foster a healthy and positive work environment.
• Provide back-up coverage when DC Manager is out of the office.
• Printing, organizing and assignment of loading manifests, invoices and pertinent customer delivery information to our route drivers.
• Monitor and manage the daily workload.
• Provide training and development periodically riding along with drivers. Provide feedback to both the driver and DC Manager, to assist with performance management.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the management team or different departments both verbally and written.
• Work with other Distribution Centers to cross-train and develop Best Practices.
• Familiarity and efficiency with various computer software packages: Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Payroll/Time and Attendance software, dynamic routing software, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The successful candidate will be required to communicate effectively by talking, listening, and reading. This role is dynamic and entails a range of physical activities including standing (and sitting) for extended periods, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and operating equipment. Additionally, candidates must be capable of lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities necessary for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position operates within a warehouse environment, including cooler areas maintained at 34 degrees Fahrenheit. The employee will utilize various equipment such as Pallet Jacks and box cutters. Additionally, proficiency in operating a 16ft Refrigerated Box truck is required.

Required Education and Experience:

• Ability to obtain DOT Medical Certified and have a valid Class D Drivers License (no CDL required). Employee must maintain an acceptable driving record, which is checked two times per year.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Professional and pleasant disposition, able to give all clients a positive customer service experience.
• Previous professional experience driving commercial vehicles of various sizes.
• Ability to read maps or utilize GPS to determine daily route.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Must have strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Must be dependable, hardworking, and an effective communicator.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.