OVERNIGHT ROUTE DRIVER

Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today. $29.00/HR | 5:00 PM START TIME | WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS REQUIRED WHY THIS ROLE * Deliver fresh food products to convenience stores safely and on time. * $29.00/hour with consistent scheduling and full benefits. * Hands-on, active role beyond just driving. * Be part of a family-owned company with a people-first 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. Our success comes from talented people, 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 bring their whole selves to work every . Sween, 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 Route Driver to safely deliver fresh food products including sandwiches, milk, bread, and bakery items to convenience stores. This position involves flexible hours, a 5:00 PM start time, and includes weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Timely Deliveries: Deliver products accurately and on schedule to assigned stores. * Navigation Skills: Use GPS and written directions to manage routes effectively. * Technology Use: Operate an electronic tablet for product counts and store check-ins. * Tray Management: Collect and return empty trays during each delivery. * Training & Safety: Complete all required training, safety courses, and meetings. * Safe Delivery Practices: Perform daily truck inspections and apply proper set points for product transport. * Truck Maintenance: Keep trucks clean and report issues promptly. * Warehouse Operations: Load/unload trucks, verify orders, and complete paperwork in warehouse temps of 38-70F. * Customer Service Excellence: Provide professional, courteous service with every delivery. * Vehicle Management: Safely operate, maintain, and clean a 24-28 foot straight box truck. * Documentation: Complete DOT logs and other required paperwork accurately and on time. SCHEDULE * Start Time: 5:00 PM * Weekends and Holidays required PAY TRANSPARENCY * Hourly Pay: $29.00 (consistent with our internal compensation framework) QUALIFICATIONS * 21 years of age or older. * Valid Driver's License (CDL B with air brake endorsement may be required). * 3+ years of experience driving and backing box trucks in route delivery. * Physically able to lift 75 lbs repeatedly and push/pull up to 300 lbs with a dolly. * Proficient in English (spoken and written). * Comfortable working in 38-70F warehouse temps and all outdoor weather conditions. * Able to perform frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching. * Thrives in a fast-paced, nighttime environment. * Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen, lifting assessment, background check, and MVR with a clean record (no DUIs in past 5 years, minimal accidents/tickets). WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS . SWEEN * Value People Most of All: Show respect, embrace diversity, and empower your team. * Commit to Safety Everyday: Practice safe habits, speak up, and celebrate safety wins. * Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas, grow your skills, and embrace change. * Think Before Doing, Then Act Decisively: Make smart decisions and take ownership. * Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Communicate honestly and openly, even when tough. * Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Deliver outstanding service and help others succeed. * Enjoy What You Do!: Stay positive, celebrate wins, and live the spirit of E.A. Sween. 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. xsgimln A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.