We are looking to hire at least one dependable driver to transport produce from our regional farm hubs to locations across O‘ahu. Successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of local produce to pre-determined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, loading and unloading trucks, spotting any product quality issues, and providing exceptional customer service to our client base. We will provide training to the right person who can demonstrate motivation and a willingness to learn. If you’re interested in taking on a new challenge and helping build a more sustainable food system with a growing company, we encourage you to apply today.

This is a physical position that involves driving between locations, and the lifting and carrying of produce boxes that typically weigh 20 - 35 lbs. and may weigh up to 50 lbs.

Deliveries are every Tuesday and Friday. Special orders may occasionally require work on a weekend or holiday. Hours may vary daily based upon order volumes, so a flexible schedule is critical. Generally, days begin at 6:00 a.m. at our Hale‘iwa Cold Storage Hub and end between 2:00-5:00 p.m. at the same location.

Starting pay is $18 per hour. Compensation rate will increase $1/hour per month with satisfactory performance up to $20/hour. Further opportunities for growth and additional work will be based on exemplary performance.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect vehicle for mechanical or safety issues before departing to deliver goods
• Review orders for delivery and route accordingly to meet delivery schedules
• Load products from regional hubs into truck according to the company’s specifications
• Verify that all order products are present, in clean and saleable condition
• Maintain communication with the management team, reporting any product issues
• Drive safely, stay alert, and respect the rules of the road
• Transport products from regional farm hubs to customers across O‘ahu
• Unload orders at customer locations, per their delivery specifications
• Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer, ensuring order fulfillment and ensure products fulfill their order, and meet their quality standards
• Seek customer feedback on products & services
• Collect payments from customers, when necessary
• Submit timesheet invoice on a bi-weekly basis
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking), following DOT regulations and safety standards
• Report any defects, accidents or violations

Requirements

• High school degree and be at least 21 years of age
• Driver's license, no recent moving or driving violations (clean abstract)
• A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is not required
• Ability to use a smartphone & GPS
• Must have reliable transportation to work/delivery truck baseyard

Soft Skills / Demeanor

• Must be able to communicate effectively and have strong customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and the ability to manage time
• Able to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong interest in building a more sustainable and transparent food system for Hawaii
• Experience as a delivery driver, with ability to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather, etc)
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations, as needed