Delivery Driver (CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Class A or B CDL issued by the state in which the candidate resides with a hazardous materials endorsement.
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA) and DOT regulations.
• No more than 2 minor accidents in the past rolling 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past rolling 3 years.
• 1+ years of experience operating material handling equipment.

Job Summary

Moves inventory between distribution centers using a company-provided or rental vehicle. Maintains records of deliveries, inspects and maintains delivery vehicles, and makes customer deliveries as needed.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Transports inventory, including hazardous materials, safely between distribution centers and cross-dock locations.
• Ensures that order manifests are complete and accurate and trailers are loaded with the correct merchandise.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and internal policies and procedures.
• Reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages before and after route.
• Maintains applicable records, including vehicle logs and bill of ladings, in accordance with legal and internal guidelines.
• Follows planned routes for timely deliveries while adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by being polite and professional during deliveries.
• Moves line haul trailers around the shipping yard and loading docks to ensure the efficient movement of inventory.
• Makes local deliveries as needed.

Nature and Scope

May modify processes to resolve situations. Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process. Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Education And Experience

Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.