Mobile Grocery Store Driver

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Valid "Class A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean driving record;
• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma;
• Proven experience driving a commercial vehicle.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Experience with large trucks or specialty vehicles;
• Two or more years of experience in a delivery-based business;
• Experience with loading and delivering grocery products.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a mobile grocery store vehicle to deliver groceries to designated locations;
• Ensure the safety and proper functioning of the vehicle by conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections;
• Safely transport groceries, maintain cleanliness, and pick up products from vendors as necessary;
• Provide outstanding customer service to build positive relationships with regular customers.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and vehicle safety standards;
• Follow traffic laws and safety policies at all times while driving;
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure timely on-site setup and stock replenishment.
• Report any issues with the vehicle promptly;
• Schedule regular maintenance and repairs;
• Coordinate with staff to plan and manage the schedule and routes for the mobile grocery store to ensure timely and efficient

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
• Ability to bend, stoop, and move products in and out of the vehicle;
• Flexibility with some evenings and weekends as required based on the mobile grocery store's operating schedule.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.