Local Class 1 Delivery Driver
WFA Digital Insight
Working as a Class 1 delivery driver for Usjobs Gen Gfs means joining a family‑owned operation that values reliability and hands‑on service. The role is anchored in local routes across Windsor and surrounding Nova Scotia, guaranteeing drivers get home each night—a rarity in long‑haul logistics. Beyond moving pallets, the job blends physical stamina with meticulous record‑keeping, as drivers must log temperature, count sheets and route details, often using Excel to keep data clean. Interaction with customers is front‑and‑center, requiring clear communication and a service mindset. Candidates who thrive in independent, weather‑variable environments while maintaining safety standards will find this position aligns with a supportive, performance‑driven culture.
Job Description
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... Are you a Class 1/AZ Driver who is physically fit , enjoys delivering excellent customer service , and working with a great team ? Do you like being able to come home at the end of your shift and are you ready for a new challenge? If so, Gordon Food Service could be the place for you! What We Offer: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment FULL flex benefits program Company matching RRSP Profit Sharing 129 year, family owned and operated company history Pay for performance incentive program after 3 months Local routes --> guaranteed to be home every day! Family culture and advancement opportunities What We Require: Valid Class 1/AZ driver’s license with a clean commercial driver’s abstract Physically fit and able to repeatedly lift, stack, pull and carry heavy items (up to 80 lbs) Strong communication and customer service skills with English fluency Previous professional driving experience is preferred Ability to work in a variety of weather, temperature and road conditions Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to work independently and in a team environment Must be goal oriented with a positive, “can do” attitude This position requires punctuality and attention to detail Responsibilities Include: Providing exceptional service to build and maintain quality customer relationships Manually sorting and unloading food products and hand-wheeling them into the customer locations with the use of ramps and occasionally stairs (approx. 600 - 1000 cases/shift) Operating straight trucks or trailers safely and professionally to transport goods and materials over urban, short inter-urban and rural routes Conducting routine pre/post-trip truck inspections and maintaining accurate records of delivery routes, temperature logs, count sheets and incident reporting Performing product delivery verification at the customer location and maintaining customer invoices Following health and safety and safe work procedures We're a company with integrity at its core . We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. And because of this collaboration , we've created an atmosphere that's fun, supportive , and alive with energy ! We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next step will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
How to Stand Out
- Highlight any commercial driver’s licence details and clean abstract prominently on your résumé.
- Include specific examples of how you used Excel for logging or reporting in past roles.
- Emphasize your ability to lift and handle heavy loads; mention any related training or certifications.
- Prepare to discuss how you manage time and routes efficiently, especially in varied weather conditions.
- During interviews, convey your customer‑service philosophy and give a brief story of a successful delivery interaction.
- Research Usjobs Gen Gfs’s family‑owned culture and be ready to explain why that environment suits you.
- Ask about the performance‑incentive program details to show interest in long‑term growth.
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