Lead Driver Richmond VA

About Us Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation’s largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we’ve delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country. We aim to be our customers’ most valuable supplier - and we believe our employees are the key to making that happen. About the Role Delaware Valley Floral Group is seeking a Lead Delivery Driver to join our Richmond Distribution Team. This role is responsible for safely delivering fresh floral products while serving as a leader for the driver team by providing training, operational support, and backup coverage for Distribution Management. As a key member of our distribution team, you'll help ensure efficient daily operations, maintain exceptional customer service, and support a safe, productive, and high-performing delivery team. What You'll Do Driver Responsibilities: The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 3am to finish of route, with additional hours/days needed during peak seasons. Hours are also subject to change based on the volume of work, holidays, etc. Perform vehicle inspection before and after routes, reporting any vehicle issues to DC Manager. Review daily shipments to make sure product/package count matches customer order paperwork before departure. Load and organizes product into vehicle, utilizing straps, if needed, to eliminate damage or breaking of product during travel. Unload product at the customer location in a timely and safe manner. Adheres to all rules and laws of driving to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Keep accurate records of deliveries, customer authorizations and payment, and ensure all documentation is submitted to the proper personnel at the end of each day. When needed, resolve delivery-related issues on the spot, while proactively communicating potential issue to branch leadership. Follow the pre-planned route accurately and without deviation from set course unless discussed with management. Immediately report any accidents or vehicle issues to the DC Manager. Follow all company and state enforced safety requirements for the vehicle, and for loading and unloading of product. Maintain a professional image and demeanor at all times. Demonstrate a commitment to our customers and build effective customer relationships. Perform other duties as determined by branch leadership on an as-needed basis. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Lead Driver Responsibilities: The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 3am to finish of route, with additional hours/days needed during peak seasons. Hours are also subject to change based on the volume of work, holidays, etc. Be a role model that will foster a healthy and positive work environment. Provide back-up coverage when DC Manager is out of the office. Printing, organizing and assignment of loading manifests, invoices and pertinent customer delivery information to our route drivers. Monitor and manage the daily workload. Provide training and development periodically riding along with drivers. Provide feedback to both the driver and DC Manager, to assist with performance management. Communicate and collaborate with other members of the management team or different departments both verbally and written. Work with other Distribution Centers to cross-train and develop Best Practices. Familiarity and efficiency with various computer software packages: Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Payroll/Time and Attendance software, dynamic routing software, etc. Work Environment & Physical Requirements This role requires the ability to work in a warehouse and refrigerated cooler environment (approximately 34°F) with or without reasonable accommodation. The position also requires the ability to: Lift and move up to 60 pounds regularly. Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the workday. Drive and sit for extended periods while operating a 16-foot refrigerated box truck. Operate equipment including pallet jacks and box cutters. Read delivery documentation and safely navigate delivery routes. Compensation & Benefits The expected salary range for this position is listed above. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. We also offer: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Short and long term disability benefits, life insurance and other supplemental benefit offerings Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off, sick time and paid holidays Other Information Work Location: Onsite in Richmond, Virginia Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, beginning at 3AM until route completion Additional hours, weekends, and schedule adjustments may be required during peak floral holidays and business needs Travel: Local delivery routes throughout the service area