Route Driver; Vending

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We are hiring immediately for a full‑time ROUTE DRIVER (VENDING) position.

• Location:
  
  Canteen Vending - 655 Capital Drive Southwest, Suite 100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. Online applications accepted only.
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary; more details upon interview.
• Requirement:
  Prior route driver experience preferred.
• Pay rate: $17.75 per hour (estimated). Minimum of $750 per week or commission.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus available.
• All Canteen driving roles may include commission eligibility.

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry‑leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, bringing dedication, collaboration, and passion to fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team?

You bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll transform our industry.

Click HERE to see a day in the life of a Canteen Route Driver! The Route Driver drives a company vehicle over an established route to deliver products or render services and fills and maintains vending and related equipment. The Route Driver is the face of the company and must project a professional and positive image of the company at all times while maintaining and building excellent client and customer relationships.

This position offers excellent advancement opportunities and provides employees with the foundation needed for entry‑level management opportunities.

• Maintain proper inventory levels and product distribution for vending machines.
• Perform product rotation to ensure freshness at designated client locations for vending machines.
• Provide client and customer satisfaction in every aspect of job performance.
• Inform regular clients and customers of new products or services, listen to and resolve service complaints.
• Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays or issue sales promotion materials to customers.
• Accountable for all receipt of goods, invoices, delivery tickets, cash received or collected, and product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 3 years of driving experience required.
• Valid Non‑CDL Class C driver's license (unless otherwise indicated by state) ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.
• Preferred 1–2 years experience in a customer service position, or a minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• Proficient with handheld computer; training provided.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. consistently.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (box truck, handcarts, etc.).
• Able to work independently; responsible for route and work unsupervised 98% of the work day.

• Comprehensive training.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Working independently.
• Providing excellent customer service to established customers.
• Building relationships.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Full‑time and part‑time positions offer the following benefits:
Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program. Full‑time positions also offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Canteen maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.