Delivery Driver

Delivery Driver Central Virginia Flower Collective Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and organized individual to deliver locally-grown flowers to customers throughout the greater Charlottesville area on Tuesday (and sometimes Wednesday) mornings throughout our growing season April through October. The delivery person will use his or her own vehicle to make deliveries. Please note that the compensation for this position includes a base hourly rate, plus a per-mile reimbursement. Our delivery volume changes from week to week, but this position would be an excellent fit for those who already drive professionally and who would like some guaranteed commitments during the week. We always deliver on Tuesday mornings. Wednesday deliveries are more frequent through our peak times in May/June and September/October, but may occur any other week, depending on customer orders. Please note that CVFC is also seeking a collective manager. It is possible that the roles of driver and manager may be fulfilled by one candidate. Please see our CVFC Manager posting for more details.

Delivery Driver Time Commitment:

3-7 hours/week on Tuesday (and sometimes Wednesday) mornings Execute timely deliveries to customers on designated delivery days Ensure products are handled with care during transport, from loading up to final delivery Clearly document hours and mileage for accurate invoicing Drive from our cooler space in the Pantops area to florists' businesses and studios throughout central

Virginia Qualifications Required:

Valid driver's license and clean driving record Valid auto insurance A large vehicle, such as an SUV or larger. Unfortunately, smaller vehicles like a sedan will not accommodate the volume of flowers we send out each week. Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent communication abilities in customer and manager-facing situations Ability to use our point of sales system to process any in-person sales made while on delivery Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Commitment to supporting local agriculture and supply systems

Preferred:

Experience in agriculture and floral design Knowledge of flowers Customer service background

Compensation & Schedule Hours:

3-7 hours per week on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings Delivery compensation: Base pay: $15/hour Per mile reimbursement: $0.50/mile You will be required to maintain detailed records of your time and mileage. This is a contract position Work Environment You'll work closely with a team of experienced local growers, buyers, and community members who are passionate about sustainable, local flowers.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in supporting local flowers and your relevant experience to cvaflowers@gmail.com

Pay:

$15.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 1.0 per week

Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

In person