Delivery Driver

Location: Atlanta, GA

Reports to: Value Chain Manager

Department: Operations / Supply Chain Team

Classification: Full-Time (30-40 hours per week; set schedule; W2)

Salary Range: $19-21 per hour (plus 401k)

About Retaaza

Retaaza is a woman-owned B Corp and social enterprise that strives to make local food more accessible and affordable, directly supports our communities’ farmers, reconnects consumers to their food, and feeds families struggling with food insecurity. We are building robust relationships with local farmers, community organizations, local businesses, and individuals to create a nimble, streamlined approach that is making a measurable impact economically, socially, and environmentally across our communities. 

Job Description

The Delivery Driver position includes completing routes that both pick up from farms and deliver local produce to customers in the metro Atlanta area via Retaaza vehicles. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help ensure that our customers receive the freshest produce and goods. This position will be based out of our warehouse located on the westside of Atlanta. The Delivery driver will operate multiple types of vehicles including 26 foot box truck with lift gate, 16ft box truck with lift gate and Sprinter Vans. 

WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 

Retaaza Team Members Are

  • Entrepreneurial – they take initiative and are comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change
  • Adept at turning unstructured problems into well-defined plans
  • Mission-oriented
  • Willing to learn and ask questions
  • Willing to pitch in and roll up their sleeves to help - even if the task(s) is not formally part of their role
  • Ethical and have high integrity in their approach to situations
  • Committed to addressing food insecurity, saving wasted food, and helping farmers in the state of Georgia and beyond

Responsibilities

  • ​​Safely operate delivery vehicles to transport orders to and from customers mostly in metro Atlanta
  • Provide excellent service to customers and assist with unloading, confirming delivery details, and address any concerns 
  • Adhere to all safety and hygiene regulations in vehicles and warehouse setting
  • Follow established procedures for beginning and ending each route
  • Coordinate with with warehouse partners to work collaboratively when needed
  • Collaborate with team members to improve warehouse processes

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a food distribution setting preferred
  • Delivery Driver experience and comfortable operating 26ft box truck with lift gate and Cargo Vans
  • Clean driving record, no major moving violation in the past 5 years
  • Experience using computer/tablet and routing software
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
  • Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Willingness to work in varying temperature conditions (refrigerated environment)

Culture

We are a high performing team that aims to make people’s lives better every day. Our goal is to work smarter, not harder, but the problems we are tackling require hard work, imagination, and a willingness to collaborate, brainstorm, support, and learn from each other. We are a family that aims to function as a well-oiled machine. Retaaza is a place for personal and professional growth and where excellence is rewarded and failure is a side effect of the continual learning process. We have high expectations of each other and of the organization and ask that our team members show up with a positive, can-do attitude that is uplifting to others around them. We authentically care about each other and the stakeholders we are serving. The passion that we bring to Retaaza and our personal work ethic makes deadlines, and the unavoidable stress, easier. We expect team members to feel a sense of accountability for the success of the people they work with every day and for the success of the business. We want everyone to come to work feeling like they can unapologetically bring their whole self. Our work requires heart, humility, excellence, creativity, and respect. Ultimately, the work, and our mission of refreshing the way we feed community, is bigger than any individual.

At Retaaza, we value diversity and inclusion in all forms. We strive to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and we believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives, skills, and experiences that enrich all of us. We are dedicated to empowering every individual and promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $19–21/hr, based on experience
  • PTO and sick leave (accrual-based)
  • 401k and employer-covered benefits eligibility (medical, vision, dental)
  • And more! 

To Apply

Interested applicants should send resume, references, and cover letter to careers@retaaza.com.