Delivery Driver (Full-Time, Non-CDL, 16/hr)
Green Thumb Industries • Paterson, NJ
Posted Aug 03, 2022
Summary
The RoleThis position is responsible for delivering cannabis products from our GTI Paterson Cultivation & Production facility to our wholesale clients (retail dispensary locations) within the state of New Jersey. This position will also assist production in various departments when not on the road. This is not a residential focused delivery role.
The Delivery team has a 7:30am start time Monday - Friday, but end time varies depending on route, weather, traffic, client needs, and volume of product. Drivers are asked to be flexible with their schedule and typically work 45hrs+ per week (frequent overtime pay) due to the nature of the role. This is NOT a position that requires use of firearms or a CDL license. The starting rate is $16/hr, advances to 16.50/hr at 90 days, and 18/hr at 1yr of continuous employment.
Responsibilities
- Loading the delivery van at the beginning of the day for deliveries that will happen throughout the day
- Ability to interpret and execute state laws and regulations required when delivering cannabis
- Working knowledge of vehicle maintenance and ability to complete routine maintenance tasks (changing tires, check and add fluids, etc.)
- Ability to manage the documents associated with cannabis delivery, ensuring that proper documents are kept, and manifests are returned completed and ready for filing.
- Assist in other departments to meet production needs while not on the road.
- Driving delivery vehicle
- Must follow the rules of the road and execute defensive driving.
- Complete documentation and reporting as required.
- Help create a positive work environment by maintaining a positive attitude, having integrity and being self-motivated.
- Ability to maintain positive professional relationships with dispensary staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees.
- Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences, especially with the direct supervisors and co-workers.
- Ability to communicate effectively when issues arise while making deliveries
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience with commercial or residential deliveries
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment appropriately, keeping in mind management expectations.
- Demonstrated initiative and proactive attitude, as well as independent judgment
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees
- Ability to work a 12-hour day when needed
- Employee must be able to follow instructions as directed and incorporate constructive criticism from managers
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license or State ID card
- Clean driving record for the past 7 years - GTI performs a 7yr MVR check
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must pass any and all required background checks
- Must be and remain compliant with any and all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
- Must be approved by NJ CRC to receive an Agent badge
Working Conditions
- Must be able to sit and drive for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with assistance) AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.
Company BenefitsBenefits for this job may vary
Dental, Medical, & Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off
Company Discounts
Flexible Time Off / Unlimited Vacation
Free Snacks / Drinks
Inclusive Environment
Life Insurance
Lunch & Learns
Paid Parental Leave
Relaxed / Casual Dress Code
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Work From Home / Remote