OVERNIGHT ROUTE DRIVER
$29.00/HR | 5:00 PM START TIME | WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS REQUIRED

WHY THIS ROLE

• Deliver fresh food products to convenience stores safely and on time.

• $29.00/hour with consistent scheduling and full benefits.

• Hands-on, active role beyond just driving.

• Be part of a family-owned company with a people-first culture.

WHO WE ARE
Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. Our success comes from talented people, like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home.

We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees bring their whole selves to work every day. At E.A. Sween, team members are seen, heard, and appreciated—not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking a reliable and efficient Route Driver to safely deliver fresh food products including sandwiches, milk, bread, and bakery items to convenience stores. This position involves flexible hours, a 5:00 PM start time, and includes weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely Deliveries: Deliver products accurately and on schedule to assigned stores.

• Navigation Skills: Use GPS and written directions to manage routes effectively.

• Technology Use: Operate an electronic tablet for product counts and store check-ins.

• Tray Management: Collect and return empty trays during each delivery.

• Training & Safety: Complete all required training, safety courses, and meetings.

• Safe Delivery Practices: Perform daily truck inspections and apply proper set points for product transport.

• Truck Maintenance: Keep trucks clean and report issues promptly.

• Warehouse Operations: Load/unload trucks, verify orders, and complete paperwork in warehouse temps of 38–70°F.

• Customer Service Excellence: Provide professional, courteous service with every delivery.

• Vehicle Management: Safely operate, maintain, and clean a 24–28 foot straight box truck.

• Documentation: Complete DOT logs and other required paperwork accurately and on time.

SCHEDULE

• Start Time: 5:00 PM

• Weekends and Holidays required

PAY TRANSPARENCY

• Hourly Pay: $29.00 (consistent with our internal compensation framework)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 21 years of age or older.

• Valid Driver’s License (CDL B with air brake endorsement may be required).

• 3+ years of experience driving and backing box trucks in route delivery.

• Physically able to lift 75 lbs repeatedly and push/pull up to 300 lbs with a dolly.

• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

• Comfortable working in 38–70°F warehouse temps and all outdoor weather conditions.

• Able to perform frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, nighttime environment.

• Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen, lifting assessment, background check, and MVR with a clean record (no DUIs in past 5 years, minimal accidents/tickets).

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT E.A. SWEEN

• Value People Most of All: Show respect, embrace diversity, and empower your team.

• Commit to Safety Everyday: Practice safe habits, speak up, and celebrate safety wins.

• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas, grow your skills, and embrace change.

• Think Before Doing, Then Act Decisively: Make smart decisions and take ownership.

• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Communicate honestly and openly, even when tough.

• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Deliver outstanding service and help others succeed.

• Enjoy What You Do!: Stay positive, celebrate wins, and live the spirit of E.A. Sween.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.