Material Handler II
Thermo Fisher ScientificSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Transportation, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- 21+ years of age
- Must submit to a pre-employment drug screen
- Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
- Class C/Standard Operator Driver License
- Physical ability to touch freight, including lifting, pushing, or moving product weighing an average of 40-60 pounds and as much as 100 pounds
- Currently authorized to work in the United States
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate a truck
- Manually unload and deliver various products (meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, supplies, etc.) to customer locations on an assigned route schedule
- Build relationships with each customer and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations by having a positive, friendly attitude
- On an as-needed basis (if possessing Class A or B license), operate a tractor-trailer and meet all DOT driver qualification requirements
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What benefits are offered to Class C Special Delivery Truck Drivers?
Benefits include excellent pay, paid vacation and holidays, comprehensive healthcare benefits, generous retirement benefits, employee discount programs, discounts on Sysco stock, ongoing training and career growth opportunities, uniforms, and more.
Is this a remote position or does it require specific location?
This is not a remote position; it is based in Knoxville with Zip Code 37921 and involves operating a truck on assigned local routes with no travel percentage.
What are the key qualifications and requirements for this driver role?
Candidates must be 21+ years old, have a Class C/Standard Operator Driver License, pass a pre-employment drug screen, read and speak English sufficiently for driving duties, and be able to lift 40-60 pounds on average up to 100 pounds.
What is the company culture like at Sysco?
Sysco emphasizes passion for food and customers, thinking bigger, working harder, never giving up, personal and professional growth, contributing to a dynamic organization, and exceeding customer expectations.
What makes a strong candidate for this truck driver position?
Dependable drivers who can safely operate a truck, manually unload products, build customer relationships with a positive attitude, and meet physical demands; possession of a Class A or B license is a plus for occasional tractor-trailer use.
Sysco
Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare
About Sysco
Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.
Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries
