We are seeking a dependable local driver with excellent customer service skills.
As a part of our driver team, you will be responsible for driving a company delivery vehicle on a planned route to ensure deliveries are made on time.
You will also assist in the loading and unloading process of goods.
Previous warehouse and delivery experience are preferred and a clean driving record is required.
Commercial driver’s license (CDL) required.
* Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
* Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) under 26,000 lbs.
* Transport pallet goods and packages from a place of origin to assigned destination
* Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner
* Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
* Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods from a truck at selected destinations
* Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
* Assist warehouse staff and customers with loading and unloading processes
* Map delivery routes to ensure timely deliveries
* Have a strong base knowledge regarding our products
* Interact with local customers, answer questions and advise them on our products
* Communicate traffic reports, delays, etc.
to dispatch as needed
* Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
* Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
* Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
* Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.
)
* Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
* Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
* Track and report working hours
* Adhere to company rules and regulations
* Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
* Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
* Make safety a priority at all times
Requirements:
* High school diploma or GED equivalent, preferred
* Valid driver’s license, required
* Commercial driver’s license (CDL) required
* Experience driving a large company van or truck preferred
* Clean driving record with no moving violations
* Skilled and confident driver
* Comfortable maneuvering and parking a large vehicle
* Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
* Physically and mentally fit
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
at a time
* Experience using hand trucks and electric lifts
* Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
* An innate sense of direction
* Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
* Excellent customer service skills
* Strong verbal communicator
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.
00 - $19.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Trucking home time:
* Home daily
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person