Delivery Driver & Install Associate (No CDL required)

Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies is a leading distributor of new and used restaurant equipment. In 2023, the company was recognized as a Top Workplace by the Toledo Blade and broke into the top 40 of the Top 100 Foodservice Equipment Distributors by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine. Join Burkett, a positive and energetic company that values your ideas, and be part of our continued success in the dynamic foodservice industry.

We are seeking to hire a full-time Delivery Driver & Install Associate to join our team.

To learn more about careers at Burkett please visit: https://www.burkett.com/careers

Job Title: Delivery Driver & Install Associate

Primary Objective: Deliver and haul away heavy commercial restaurant equipment & supplies to existing customer restaurants and newly constructed job sites in a safe, timely and professional manner

Primary Functions: This position is responsible for supporting Delivery & Install leads in achieving delivery of restaurant equipment and supplies according to daily delivery and project milestone schedules and quality criteria.

FLSA Status: Hourly-Starting at $18-20/hr

Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday typical, weekends if needed

• 8:00am-5:00pm (Delivery)
• 6:00am-6:00pm (Install)
• Up to 50% Regional Travel Required, Overnight stays may be required

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Deliver heavy and light duty equipment and supplies to customers within delivery area according to delivery route on manifest (lifting and pivoting equipment to set in place in confined spaces is common)
• Ensure customer call ahead to customer and post-delivery email to Burkett on all deliveries
• Define and deliver to an on-site plan to ensure safe and efficient delivery every time
• Take pictures and email confirmation to Burkett team members as required
• Complete uncrating, set in place, assembly, mounting and caulking as specified for delivery and / or install
• Packaging haul away and customer equipment haul away
• Load and unload the Burkett company truck and sweep and clean it daily
• Follow QC requirements at point of loading truck and at point of delivery. Present packing slips to customers
• Drive company vehicle safely during delivery of products following regulations and maintaining delivery vehicle
• Inspect & maintain delivery vehicle.  Notify supervisor of any required truck maintenance or issues that require immediate attention
• Maintain DOT-compliance
• Support internal warehouse operation needs when not making deliveries
• Internal project-based tasks as assigned
• Perform all of the above listed duties safely and according to OSHA standards
• Provide customer service, be courteous & problem solve while on deliveries/installs
• Will include overnight stays as needed to ensure on time delivery of projects. 

• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to maneuver heavy equipment with use of material handling tools or vehicles
• Must be mechanically inclined and have experience using hand tools to support item assembly, door hinge assembly, assembly of legs and casters and tear down crates or pallets
• Must be DOT certified (medical) or able to become certified immediately
• Have ability to become forklift certified and OSHA 10 hour certified
• BCI&I and FBI background check will be required with pre-employment
• Highly organized and motivated, ability to work independently, and maintain accurate and detailed reports
• Great problem-solving skills, flexible with changing schedules and customer focused
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Ability to contribute to team supporting multiple priorities and demanding time frames
• Exhibits confidence and contributes to team building through a positive attitude

Experience/Education Required:

• High School Diploma
• Heavy Equipment handling experience preferred
• 1-2 years of driving experience in a non-CDL commercial vehicle
• Knowledge of general material handling equipment and proper usage

The Company offers competitive wages, a complete benefits package which includes options for Health, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life, Paid Time Off & Holidays after a 30 day waiting period and a 401(k) retirement program after a 90 day waiting period.

Please Visit www.burkett.com/careers for more information!