Class 1 delivery driver

Digby, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

Original 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...

Position Summary

Presents a positive image to Gordon Food Service (GFS) customers through courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of GFS products. Serves as liaison between GFS management and customers. Communicates all customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of Tractor-Trailer, refrigerated van and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public. Must pass the required sales service representative physical ability test for area hired.

Essential Functions

Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries of GFS products.
Build and maintain good customer relationships. Demonstrates self-control.
Accurately collects customer payments. Safeguards company funds and follows GFS banking policies.
Performs all Sales Service functions by the 90th day of employment.
Performs proper equipment maintenance, monitors reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in a timely manner.
Completes daily check-ins in a timely manner with no errors.
Collaborates with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
Perform daily pre/post trip inspection of vehicles and equipment. Completes check in process accurately and on time. Manages paperwork to include register, credits, pick-ups, etc
Develops and maintains a good working relationship with other GFS employees.
Maintains peer relationships in the field to share issues and ideas. Attending department meetings
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to adhere to all safety/compliance regulations and procedures.
Must maintain a professional appearance wearing the GFS uniform.
This position requires punctuality, problem solving and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and also function in a team environment.
Must be goal oriented with a positive “can-do” attitude.
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language.
Ability to meet the physical demands of this job including lifting, pushing, pulling of product.

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 talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

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Responsibilities

Deliver food service products safely, accurately, and on time while providing courteous customer service and maintaining positive customer relationships. Operate and inspect vehicles and equipment, handle payments and delivery paperwork, and communicate customer concerns or equipment issues to management.

Requirements

Candidates must follow safety and compliance procedures, communicate effectively in English, and be able to work independently and as part of a team. The role requires punctuality, a professional appearance, attention to detail, the ability to operate tractor-trailers and refrigerated vans, and the physical ability to lift, push, and pull products.

Skills

Safe Driving
Tractor-Trailer Operation
Refrigerated Van Operation
Customer Service
Communication
Problem Solving
Attention To Detail
Time Management
Payment Collection
Equipment Maintenance
Vehicle Inspection
Temperature Monitoring
Paperwork Management
Teamwork
Physical Ability

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Keywords

Food Service
Product Delivery
Class 1 Driver
Tractor-Trailer
Refrigerated Van
Reefer Temperature
Safe Driving
Pre-Trip Inspection
Post-Trip Inspection
Vehicle Maintenance
Customer Relationships
Customer Service
Payment Collection
Company Funds
Banking Policies
Delivery Paperwork
Credits
Pick-Ups
Safety Compliance
Physical Ability Test
Sales Service Functions

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