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Description Summary

The Delivery Driver plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of creating lasting value for those we serve by providing efficient and safe delivery of our products and services, while representing the company in a professional manner. The Delivery Driver is responsible for developing and maintaining positive relationships with our customers by communicating effectively, ensuring quality and accuracy of our products, answering customer questions and keeping customers informed about our company and our services. This role serves as a key part of our sales process as they seek additional business from current customers and attempt to gain new business by passing leads on to our sales functions and informs the sales groups of customer and competitor intelligence.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Deliver products to local customers and obtain proof of delivery
• Provide excellent customer service
• Load and unload the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner
• Adhere to all company safety policies and initiatives
• Maintain a high standard of driving performance
• Maintain compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
• Communicate effectively with department leads and branches on all job related issues
• Maintain vehicle and shipping and receiving dock cleanliness and order
• Follow processes and procedures in place for effective job performance
• Participate in company process improvement initiatives
• Provide coverage in areas in which staffing is low and work level is high

Requirements

• Critical Success Factors: Ability to learn, grow, and adapt with change
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Able to analyze work load and establish priorities
• Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to work well in a team atmosphere
• Ability to stay on task and work efficiently
• Strong attention to detail
• Maintain professional appearance
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal guidance
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and solid work ethic
• Self motivated with strong problem solving ability
• Drive for continuous improvement
• Dependable

Job Requirements/Specifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Class A required
• Six months previous delivery or courier experience preferred
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Knowledge of Eclipse preferred
• Knowledge of handheld RF scanner is a plus
• Ability to operate lift truck equipment
• Ability to work a flexible shift

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, bending at the waist, twisting upper body, climbing, balancing, talking, hearing
• Works with others, customer contact, cold, heat, temperature changes, vibration, work indoors, work outdoors
• Occasional crawling, confined area, high places

Equal Opportunity Employer

Van Meter is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.