Route Driver $22.75 / HR | OVERNIGHT HOURS | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS REQUIRED

ROUTE DRIVER

$22.75 / HR | OVERNIGHT HOURS | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS REQUIRED

WHY THIS ROLE

Deliver fresh food products to convenience stores safely and on time .

$22.75 / hour , consistent with our internal compensation framework.

Hands-on, active role beyond just driving.

Join a family-owned, people-first company with a welcoming culture.

WHO WE ARE

Since 1955 , we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth . We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day. At E.A. Sween , our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated —not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a reliable and efficient Delivery Driver to safely verify, load (if needed), and deliver a variety of fresh food products—including sandwiches, milk, bread, and bakery items—to convenience stores along an assigned route. This position involves flexible hours , including weekends and holidays . If you are committed to providing exceptional service and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Timely Deliveries : Ensure fresh food products are delivered accurately and on schedule to convenience stores along your designated route.

Navigation Skills : Utilize written and GPS directions to efficiently locate stores and navigate your route.

Technology Use : Operate an electronic tablet to accurately record delivered product quantities and complete daily check-ins with each store.

Tray Management : Collect all empty trays from stores during each delivery to maintain efficiency and cleanliness.

Training & Safety : Participate in required training sessions, safety courses, and informational meetings to stay current with best practices and company standards.

Safe Delivery Practices : Apply proper set points on trucks to ensure safe transport and perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, documenting any issues.

Truck Maintenance : Maintain truck cleanliness and promptly report any major issues to supervisors to ensure optimal vehicle performance.

Warehouse Operations : Work in warehouse temperatures of 38–70°F to load and unload the truck, verify order counts, and complete necessary paperwork.

Customer Service Excellence : Provide professional and courteous service, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries to all stores.

Vehicle Management : Safely operate, maintain, and clean a 24–28-foot straight box truck .

Documentation : Complete and submit DOT logs and any other required paperwork accurately and on time.

Miscellaneous : Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support team objectives and organizational goals.

SCHEDULE

Overnight hours

Weekends and holidays required

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Hourly Pay : $22.75 , consistent with our internal compensation framework.

QUALIFICATIONS

Age & Licensing : At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license in your state of residence.

Experience : 3+ years in route delivery driving and backing with a box truck; this role is hands-on and physically active beyond driving.

Physical Ability : Load the truck; lift up to 75 lbs repeatedly; push / pull up to 300 lbs with a four-wheel dolly.

Communication Skills : Proficient in English (spoken and written).

Adaptability : Comfortable working in 38–70°F warehouse temps and all outdoor weather .

Physical Endurance : Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and reaching (over shoulder height, at waist level, and from the floor).

Fast-Paced Environment : Thrives in a dynamic, nighttime setting.

Clear Record : Must pass DOT physical, drug screen, physical / lifting assessment, criminal background check, and MVR with a clean driving record (minimal accidents or tickets in the past 3 years; no DUIs in the past 5 years ).

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT EAS

Value People Most of All : Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

Commit to Safety Everyday : See something, say something, do something; practice safe behavior and celebrate safety success.

Invest in Our Company to Thrive : Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

Think Before Doing and Act Decisively : Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.

Welcome Constructive Straight Talk : Be honest and respectful even when difficult; be open to ideas and feedback; ask questions to understand.

Serve Up Exceptional Experiences : Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others be successful.

Enjoy What You Do! : Have a positive attitude, live the Spirit of E.A. Sween , and celebrate success.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

8 Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program ( Boss Bucks )

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Veteran / Disability .