The Route Jumper is responsible for route coverage when another driver is not available to cover the route. This position also assists the District Manager/Branch Operations Manager/Supervisor with general duties including ride-alongs, training and route reviews.
The Route Jumper is responsible for route coverage when another driver is not available to cover his/her route.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Cover varying routes on any given day.
· Responsible for efficient, safe and accurate loading of route trucks in the morning.
· Vacation coverage for remote depots (Maine/Vermont)
· Load truck with product and equipment.
· Drive truck and deliver product to customers.
· Stock coolers and freezers in an orderly manner. Follow Plan-o-grams as needed.
· Interact professionally with customers.
· Adhere to all professional appearance requirements (uniform, footwear, etc.).
· Monitor foreign product, the general appearance and the cleanliness of cooler and freezer equipment.
· Effectively communicate order/customer issues to supervisor at time of delivery.
· Collect COD/Payment at time of delivery when required.
· Check vehicle for safety/maintenance issues prior to leaving the depot and throughout the day.
· Unload any returns and ensure the proper information on each return and communicate at time of settlement.
· Work in a variable shift environment, must have schedule flexibility.
· Conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner in all aspects in interaction with customers and employees.
· Additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
· High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
· Driving experience required.
Skills/Qualifications
· Must have valid driver’s license.
· Must have a clean driving record.
· Ability to professionally communicate with customers.
· Ability to solve problems.
· Must have schedule flexibility.
Physical Demands
· Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
· Ability to reach above head.
Job Description: Route Jumper
Status Revision Date Reports To Department Approved By
Non-Exempt 2/14/24 Division Manager Transportation
· Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
· Ability to push/pull up to 300 pounds.
· Ability to operate a manual pallet jack.
Salary:
Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, education, and other relevant factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
New England Ice Cream Corporation is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome disabled applicants to request any reasonable accommodations necessary to facilitate their application process.
