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Liverpool, NY · On-site

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... of reading. Why you'll love working for Scholastic Book Fairs: We offer a competitive starting rate pay starting at $33 per hour. 401k with a company match 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise ...

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Common Search IntentPart-time reading jobs, leisure readingReview writing jobs, book critique opportunities

Book Reading Part Time involves casual or educational reading, often for personal enjoyment or basic literacy activities. Book Reviewer Part Time focuses on evaluating and writing reviews about books, typically requiring strong writing skills and familiarity with literature. While both roles involve books, the reviewer role is more specialized and often linked to publishing or media industries.

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CDLB - Book Fair Delivery Driver - Part Time Seasonal

CDLB - Book Fair Delivery Driver - Part Time Seasonal

Scholastic Book Fairs

Deer Park, NY • On-site

$34/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description


Position: CDLB - Book Fair Delivery Driver - Part Time Seasonal
Location: Deer Park, NY
Pay Rate: $34.00 an hour
Will work during peak periods of the school year, scheduled off when schools are closed for summer and winter breaks. During peak season scheduled hours vary weekly from 0-30+.
Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 100,000 book-sale events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.
We are currently in search of Class B Delivery Drivers to help us deliver fairs. Scholastic drivers are home every weekend and the majority of week nights. THIS IS A PART-TIME SEASONAL POSITION. Work schedule varies from 0 to 30+ hours a week, based on business needs. Additional working as a driver helper may be available when not assigned a route.
Scholastic offers the following:
401k with a company match
50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
Paid sick time
Paid Holidays
Newer model equipment with automatic transmission
Seasonal Safety Bonuses
All drivers will be given proper equipment including uniforms and shoes and must maintain a professional appearance. Scholastic Book Fairs Drivers adhere to all Company, local, state, and federal rules/regulations inclusive of, but not limited to, DOT, OSHA, etc.
Scholastic Book Fairs takes pride in being a drug and alcohol free Company.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
•    Work with supervisor to deliver and pick-up fairs in an efficient, cost effective manner.
•    Work closely with supervisor to ensure customer service standards are maintained.
•    Load and unload trucks with or without assistance of mechanical devices. Deliver and pick-up product from schools, as scheduled, in a courteous and professional manner.
•    Complete and maintain accurate and legible records in a timely manner to include, but not limited to, DOT Logs, trip sheets, fuel tickets, road expenses, and other paperwork, as required.
•    Adhere to all Company, local, state, and federal rules/regulations inclusive of, but not limited to, DOT, OSHA, etc. 
 Job Qualifications
Job Qualifications
•    All candidates must be the minimum of 21 years of age
•    Possess a valid CDLB license with air brake endorsement, and have at least 1 year of commercial driving experience
•    High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred
•    Must pass a drug screen/alcohol screen, Motor Vehicle Record review, criminal background review
•    DOT physical examination indicating physical essential functions of job can be performed as required.
•    The ability to lift/carry up to 70 lbs. and push, pull metal bookcases (on wheels) weighing more than 350lbs on a regular and repetitive basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Exceptional customer service with good verbal, written communication skills and basic math skills.
•    Must be able to drive vehicle weighing up to 34,000 GVW.
•    The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, sit and/or stand for extended periods of time, and occasionally climb
•    Must be able to read road maps and follow directions.
•    Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
•    Certain routes may require overnight stays.
•    Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers. 

Company Description

Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 127,000 book-sale events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.

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About Scholastic

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Scholastic Corporation is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 100+ years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families.

Industry

Bookstores and newsstands

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York City, NY, US

Year founded

1920

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