Last Mile Box Truck Delivery Driver Hartford Job at Delaware Valley Floral Group, Hartford, CT

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  • Delaware Valley Floral Group
  • Hartford, CT

Job Description

About Us:

Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation's largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we've delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country.

We aim to be our customers' most valuable supplier - and we believe our employees are the key to making that happen.

Quarterly Safety Incentive Bonus:
Earn up to $1,500 per year.

Position Overview:

Delaware Valley Floral Group is currently seeking a Full time Delivery Driver to join our Hartford Distribution Team. This is a full-time role responsible for operating a refrigerated box truck to deliver fresh floral products to flower shops across the Hartford, CT area.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Safely operate a 16ft refrigerated box truck for daily deliveries.
  • Ensure timely deliveries of fresh flowers and related products to customers.
  • Maintain an organized and safe vehicle, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment.
  • Work efficiently in a warehouse and cooler environment (34°F) utilizing equipment such as pallet jacks, box cutters, and RF scanners.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, providing excellent customer service and fostering positive relationships.
  • Follow assigned delivery routes using maps or GPS to optimize efficiency.
  • Perform physical tasks, including loading, unloading, climbing in and out of the truck, driving, and handling products weighing up to 60 pounds.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations.
Schedule:
  • Full-time, Monday through Friday (with occasional Saturdays required).
  • Start time on Monday through Friday is at 3:00 AM until completion upon finishing the route.
Physical Demands:
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 60 pounds regularly.
  • Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
  • Warehouse and cooler environment (34°F).
  • Utilization of equipment such as pallet jacks, box cutters, and RF Scanners for efficient handling and delivery of products.
  • Proficiency in operating a 16ft Refrigerated Box truck is required.
  • 2+ years of professional experience driving commercial vehicles (16ft box trucks or larger)
  • Valid driver's license and ability to obtain DOT Medical Certification (CDL not required)
  • Acceptable driving record (reviewed twice per year)
  • Must be 21 or older
  • Able to lift up to 60 lbs
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Comfortable using maps and GPS for route planning
  • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills
  • Dependable, team-oriented, and hardworking
  • Must pass pre-employment screenings

If you meet the above qualifications and are eager to join a growing, family-oriented company, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Delaware Valley Floral Group team!

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday

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