At Hardie's Fresh Foods, our Non-CDL Delivery Driver plays a vital role in ensuring our fresh, high-quality food products reach customers promptly and in perfect condition. This position is essential to our operations, directly impacting customer satisfaction and the company's reputation for reliability in the competitive fresh foods market. Drivers contribute to our mission of delivering freshness daily, supporting our growth in Houston and beyond. As a Delivery Driver, your day begins early with loading your vehicle at our Houston facility, carefully organizing perishable goods to maintain quality during transit. You'll navigate local routes using GPS and route optimization tools, making 15-25 deliveries daily to restaurants, grocery stores, and retail outlets. Weekly tasks include vehicle inspections, logging mileage and fuel usage, and reporting any delivery discrepancies to the logistics team. Monthly, you'll participate in safety training sessions and inventory audits to ensure compliance with food safety standards. Collaboration is key; you'll coordinate with warehouse staff for pickups, communicate with dispatch for real-time updates, and liaise with customers to confirm delivery windows. Key metrics include on-time delivery rates above 98%, zero safety incidents, and positive customer feedback scores. This role demands precision and efficiency to handle high-volume routes while upholding our commitment to freshness. Candidates must possess a valid Texas driver's license (non-CDL) with a clean driving record, including no more than two minor violations in the past three years. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with at least one year of professional driving experience, preferably in food delivery or logistics. Familiarity with delivery software like Route4Me or Samsara, and basic knowledge of DOT regulations, are essential. Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly and withstand varying weather conditions is necessary. Food handling certification, such as ServSafe, is highly preferred to align with our hygiene standards. Success in this role requires strong navigational skills, proficiency with mobile apps for scanning and tracking, and mechanical aptitude for basic vehicle maintenance. Soft skills like excellent time management, customer service orientation, and problem-solving under pressure are crucial, especially when resolving delivery issues on the spot. Reliability and a safety-first mindset, combined with adaptability to dynamic schedules, set top performers apart in our fast-paced logistics environment. Hardie's Fresh Foods is a family-owned company specializing in premium fresh produce and gourmet items, serving Houston's vibrant food scene since 1995. Our mission is to connect local farms with consumers through sustainable practices and unmatched quality. We foster a collaborative culture with a tight-knit team of 150 employees, emphasizing work-life balance, open communication, and community involvement. What sets us apart is our driver-centric approach, with modern vehicles and a supportive dispatch team that feels like family. We offer competitive compensation for this role, though specific salary details are not specified at this time and will be discussed during interviews based on experience. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off starting at two weeks, and performance-based bonuses. Additional perks feature fuel allowances, company-provided uniforms, flexible scheduling options, and employee discounts on fresh foods. Advance your career with Hardie's through internal promotions to lead driver or dispatcher roles, ongoing training in advanced logistics, and tuition reimbursement for certifications. To apply, submit your resume via our careers page or contact our HR team directly for immediate consideration.