Delivery Driver CDL-A (part-time)

Looking for an opportunity to earn extra income while enjoying the road and physical movement? Join Upper Lakes Foods as a Part-Time Delivery Driver serving the Cloquet, MN area on Friday and Saturday routes!

In this role, you'll deliver quality food products to our customers while providing exceptional service and building positive customer relationships. Enjoy the independence of the road, the satisfaction of keeping customers stocked and satisfied, and the opportunity to be part of a team that values reliability and customer service.

This is a part-time position with a consistent Friday and Saturday schedule. Benefits are not included with this position. If you're dependable, customer-focused, and enjoy an active work environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Hello, we're Upper Lakes Foods.

Upper Lakes Foods, is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

Your day to day as a Delivery Driver

As a Part-Time Delivery Driver at Upper Lakes Foods in Cloquet, MN, you'll be an important part of our delivery team, helping ensure customers receive their orders accurately and on time. Your workday will begin with pre-trip inspections, reviewing your route and customer invoices, and confirming your vehicle meets all DOT safety requirements. Once on the road, you'll safely and efficiently complete your Friday and Saturday deliveries while providing outstanding customer service and representing Upper Lakes Foods with professionalism at every stop.

Unloading products with precision using a two-wheeler and organizing them in designated storage areas will be part of your routine. Your post-trip duties will include managing damaged goods, paperwork, and performing vital safety checks on your vehicle. You'll also fuel up and secure the tractor/trailer, keeping our operations running smoothly. Building strong relationships within the team and community will be key to your role as you demonstrate your commitment to excellence and integrity in every delivery!

Are you a good fit for this Delivery Driver job?

To thrive as a Delivery Driver at Upper Lakes Foods, in Cloquet, MN, you'll need a blend of technical skills, experience, and a customer-focused attitude. A year of experience in a transportation role is preferred and food product delivery experience is a plus, but we’ll happily train the right candidate.

You must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A and demonstrate solid math skills to handle customer transactions accurately. Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English is essential for safety compliance. A working knowledge of GPS and routing software will help you navigate efficiently. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to adapt communication styles are vital, as is a willingness to work in various weather conditions while adhering to safety regulations.

Being physically fit to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and manage up to 350-500 pounds with a two-wheel cart is also crucial. Your dedication to maintaining a good driving record will keep our deliveries safe and seamless!

Join our team today!

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!

Apply today and start building your future with Upper Lakes Foods.

Full job description available on the Upper Lakes Foods Careers page.

"We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin."

Final candidates are required to successfully complete a background check, MVR, pre-employment lift evaluations, and pre-employment DOT drug screening prior to their employment start date.
All offers of employment are conditional and contingent upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory results from a comprehensive background investigation and MVR and a negative result on a pre-employment lift evaluation and DOT drug screen.
Failure to successfully complete either requirement may result in withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law.