Branch Driver

About the Role

The Branch Driver is responsible for delivering products to/from customers, company branch/warehouse locations, and company suppliers in a delivery van or box truck (No CDL required). Responsibilities include ensuring deliveries are prepared to meet customer requirements efficiently and materials are correct and free of damage. Employee level (I, II, or Senior) and pay will be dependent on experience, knowledge, and capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect company vehicle for visual and operating defects; complete a daily inspection report.
• Keep company vehicle clean, serviced, and maintained; alert supervisor of repair and/or service needs.
• Follow Department of Transportation (DOT), local, and state driving laws and regulations.
• Load or unload vehicle and verify all material for each order is correct (quantity and type) and free of damage before departure.
• May assist in preparing orders for delivery.
• Ensure all appropriate documentation is thoroughly completed at the time of delivery, including delivery receipt signed by the customer, packing list, and branch/warehouse manifest.
• Pick up material returns from customers; inspect condition of material and verify quantities and catalog numbers.
• Pick up material from company suppliers.
• Senior Truck Driver will participate in training entry-level Truck Drivers and provide mentorship and coaching.
• May perform other job functions within a branch, including counter sales, preparing and filling orders, receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material, and maintaining branch equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must attend company driver training if no prior experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must obtain verification of a non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire.
• Must not have had a suspended driver's license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years.
• Must not have any at-fault accidents in the past 3 years.

Skills

• Ability to handle loads with a combined weight not exceeding 26,000 GVW.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and familiarity with traffic and driver laws.
• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Constantly – at least 51% (remain in a stationary position).
• Walk: Occasionally – up to 20% (move about inside/outside office or work location).
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly – at least 51% (operate a computer and other office machinery).
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally – up to 20% (crouch to stock shelves, pick up boxes, etc.).
• Climb or balance: Occasionally – up to 20% (ascend/descend ladders, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.).
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly – at least 51% (communicate and detect hazardous conditions).
• Weight and force demands:
  • Up to 10 pounds: Constantly – at least 51%.
  • Up to 25 pounds: Constantly – at least 51%.
  • Up to 50 pounds: Frequently – 21% to 50%.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise levels and/or exposure to heat and cold: Occasionally – up to 20%.
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock: Occasionally – up to 20%.
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment: Frequently – 21% to 50%.
• Travels to offsite locations: Constantly – at least 51%.

Pay

For the state of California only, the pay is $19.06 to $28.83 per hour, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401K with Employer Match.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness Programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and HSA Accounts.
• Commuter Transit Benefits.
• Additional Optional Insurance (e.g., Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance).
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Professional Training & Development Programs.
• Career Advancement Opportunities – promotion from within.
• Commission/Bonus Plan: Branch Pool Plan.