Delivery Driver - Experience with High Value/ Fragile Goods

Manhattan Wine Company (“MWC”) with warehouses located in Ramsey, NJ and Clifton, NJ seeks an experienced as delivery truck driver to work primarily out of our Ramsey location. MWC was founded in 2006 as a full-service wine storage provider in northern New Jersey and provides excellent service in the storage and transportation of fragile wines in the NYC metro market and beyond. Applicants must submit a resume along with work experience and referrals to be considered for this position. JOB DESCRIPTION This position will be an entry level hourly position, requiring 40+ hours/week, typically beginning at 7:30 AM. There is an opportunity to earn overtime pay (1.5x regular pay). The right person needs to be courteous, patient, and very careful with fragile goods . Breakage has severe consequences. RESPONSIBILITIES You must have experience operating a large commercial box truck throughout New York City . This requires a very different skill set than being an Uber or Amazon driver in suburban New Jersey. Obtain proof of delivery/pickup documentation for all stops. Assist in loading and unloading delivery company vehicles as well as freight trailer trucks by hand or using a forklift. As needed remove trash and debris and cut up and dispose of recyclable cardboard. Comply with any direct order given by a supervisor or manager. Including following the established vehicle route. Work flexible hours, which include early mornings and later evenings. QUALIFICATIONS Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving history. All suitable applicants will be subjected to a motor vehicle and background check. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have prior experience operating 16-20 foot box trucks, particularly in New York City (no CDL required). Must have personally owned reliable transportation. REQUIREMENTS High school diploma. Good communication skills with the ability to read, write, speak and understand English well. Must be polite and positive even in difficult situations. Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Must maintain professional dress code and grooming standards while working. Maintain and adhere to company standards, policies, regulations and procedures. Ability to safely operate vehicles, pallet jacks and hand truck. Forklift operator preferred, but not required. Ability to push, pull, stand, walk, bend, squat, twist and lift up to 50 lbs repetitively. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.75 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Location: In person

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