For over forty five years, GA Foods has been creating and delivering high quality nutritious and well-balanced meals to seniors, children, military and emergency response. GA Foods sets ourselves apart with flavorful menus tailored to our client's palettes, a delivery service unmatched by the competition and an One Team attitude.
The GA Foods team is a diverse and energetic group. We are based in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, but can be found from California to New Jersey, Texas to Georgia...and even more locations as we have become one of the fastest growing companies in our industry . We thrive on our "One Team" company culture and promote teamwork and leadership within the organization. Looking for a job that will challenge you and motivate you to achieve your highest potential? You have come to the right place.
Transfer Driver - Job Description
- Drive vehicles up to Class B 26' to transfer product from Augusta to across the state of Georgia.
- Load and unload vehicles using electric pallet jack and manually into freezers and warehouses
- Monday Friday, OT and weekends may be required; schedule based on route assignment
- Perform warehousing functions, including product transfers, to ensure safe and accurate food supply inventory
- Maintain communications regarding inventory and/or deliveries with Supervisor
- Vehicle upkeep and maintenance, including PM's and DVIR
- Assist with packing and/or storing of food items, components and/or supplies as required
- Perform required record keeping and other general administrative functions
- Attend and successfully complete required Company-sponsored training with respect to the position
- May have access to confidential information as necessary to perform job functions, and as such, is required to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Other duties as assigned by management
Transfer Driver Requirements:
- Valid Class B Driver's License
- No DUI in last 5 yrs., 0-4 Current Pts
- Good planning skills and attention to detail are required
- Basic computer skills are necessary in order to utilize a tablet to record activity and general vehicle information
- Physical activity to include pallet jack operation and loading and unloading of trucks is required
- Must have current DOT medical card (or are able to pass the DOT medical exam) as you will be operating a CMV straight truck
- Must successfully pass Level II criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening
- Must be able to pass required screening in Clearinghouse
- Prior route/delivery/distribution experience required
Physical Demands:
- Under 1/3 Standing time
- Walk, Climb or balance
- Stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl
- Taste or smell
- 1/3 to 2/3 Use hands to finger/handle/feel, Reach with hands and arms
- Over 2/3: Sit, See, Talk or hear
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
Drug-Free Work Place / Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer