NJ Route Drivers (Earn up to $28/hour w/tips) - Now Hiring

About FreshDirect

At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s home – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We are not just a food company – we are a technology powered, customer obsessed team building the most innovative end to end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience and care.

We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ door at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we are just getting started. If you are passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.

Why Drive with FreshDirect?

We’re not just hiring drivers — we’re building a team. At FreshDirect we put safety first, growth at the center, and people above all else— it’s about your future. Here’s what makes us different:

  • Earn More – $17.00/hour + $2,000 sign-on bonus: A compensation package designed to reward your effort: performance incentives, overtime pay, and referral bonuses.
  • Earn up to $28/hour w/tips. Earn Tips on eligible routes: Eligible routes come with the added benefit of customer tips, allowing you to boost your earnings while providing excellent service.
  • Benefits – Paid time off to recharge when you need it and Health Benefits after 90 days.
  • Independence: The freedom of making real-time decision-making, and self-driven success.
  • Easy Commute – Free 24-hour shuttle between Bronx HQ & subway line.
  • Fuel Up On-Site – Food-court–style cafeteria with grab-and-go options —Perfect for pre-route prep or post-shift breaks.
  • Employee Market – 50% off FreshDirect marketplace essentials + 20% discount at FreshDirect.com.
  • Expected Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
  • Shifts: Up to 10 hours per day
  • Work Location: In person

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Route Driver with FreshDirect, you’ll play a key role in ensuring orders are delivered promptly and accurately — making a difference every day in the New York area.

  • Operate Company Vehicles Safely: Drive a company vehicle responsibly, following all local, state, and federal driving regulations as well as company policies.
  • Deliver Packages Efficiently and On Time: Load and unload packages with care, ensuring prompt and accurate deliveries to customers.
  • Keep Vehicles Clean and Ready: Keep the delivery van clean, organized, and fueled to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Drive-in All-Weather Conditions: Safely operate vehicles and complete routes in various weather conditions.
  • Provide Exceptional Customer Service: Always represent FreshDirect with professionalism and a positive attitude. Deliver outstanding service, ensuring customer satisfaction even in demanding situations.

What We’re Looking For

  • 2 years of recent commercial truck driving experience.
  • Valid NY driver’s license (non-CDL). Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is not required.
  • Safe driving record: = 3 points, = 1 accident, minimal suspensions.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Flexible working weekends, holidays, mornings, or evenings.
  • Comfortable using smartphones for GPS, routing & communication.
  • Strong commitment to Safety, Reliability, and Customer Satisfaction.

 

 

Additional Information

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, abortion, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, partnership status, familial status, disability, military/veteran status, domestic violence victim status, sexual/reproductive health decisions, arrest or conviction record, unemployment status, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Required qualifications:

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in the transportation industry
  • 21+ years or older
  • Valid driver's license

About FreshDirect

At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s home – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We are not just a food company – we are a technology powered, customer obsessed team building the most innovative end to end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience and care.

We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ door at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we are just getting started. If you are passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.

Why Drive with FreshDirect?

We’re not just hiring drivers — we’re building a team. At FreshDirect we put safety first, growth at the center, and people above all else— it’s about your future. Here’s what makes us different:

  • Earn More – $17.00/hour + $2,000 sign-on bonus: A compensation package designed to reward your effort: performance incentives, overtime pay, and referral bonuses.
  • Earn up to $28/hour w/tips. Earn Tips on eligible routes: Eligible routes come with the added benefit of customer tips, allowing you to boost your earnings while providing excellent service.
  • Benefits – Paid time off to recharge when you need it and Health Benefits after 90 days.
  • Independence: The freedom of making real-time decision-making, and self-driven success.
  • Easy Commute – Free 24-hour shuttle between Bronx HQ & subway line.
  • Fuel Up On-Site – Food-court–style cafeteria with grab-and-go options —Perfect for pre-route prep or post-shift breaks.
  • Employee Market – 50% off FreshDirect marketplace essentials + 20% discount at FreshDirect.com.
  • Expected Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
  • Shifts: Up to 10 hours per day
  • Work Location: In person

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Route Driver with FreshDirect, you’ll play a key role in ensuring orders are delivered promptly and accurately — making a difference every day in the New York area.

  • Operate Company Vehicles Safely: Drive a company vehicle responsibly, following all local, state, and federal driving regulations as well as company policies.
  • Deliver Packages Efficiently and On Time: Load and unload packages with care, ensuring prompt and accurate deliveries to customers.
  • Keep Vehicles Clean and Ready: Keep the delivery van clean, organized, and fueled to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Drive-in All-Weather Conditions: Safely operate vehicles and complete routes in various weather conditions.
  • Provide Exceptional Customer Service: Always represent FreshDirect with professionalism and a positive attitude. Deliver outstanding service, ensuring customer satisfaction even in demanding situations.

What We’re Looking For

  • 2 years of recent commercial truck driving experience.
  • Valid NY driver’s license (non-CDL). Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is not required.
  • Safe driving record: = 3 points, = 1 accident, minimal suspensions.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Flexible working weekends, holidays, mornings, or evenings.
  • Comfortable using smartphones for GPS, routing & communication.
  • Strong commitment to Safety, Reliability, and Customer Satisfaction.

 

 

Additional Information

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, abortion, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, partnership status, familial status, disability, military/veteran status, domestic violence victim status, sexual/reproductive health decisions, arrest or conviction record, unemployment status, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Required qualifications:

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in the transportation industry
  • 21+ years or older
  • Valid driver's license
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