Delivery Driver (Part Time) - Final Mile - Yucca Valley, CA
About the Role
The Delivery Specialist is responsible for delivering purchased merchandise to customers within the assigned market while meeting delivery and quality standards. The role focuses on providing a Legendary Customer Experience through trusted relationships, seasoned advice, safe product delivery, problem resolution, and handling returns as needed.
Responsibilities
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Ensure timely deliveries, meeting or exceeding scheduled delivery times.
- Operate and maintain a clean and organized delivery vehicle and equipment, including trailers.
- Load, unload, and organize products safely and efficiently.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and readiness.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries and any issues that arise.
- Communicate with customers, providing updates or addressing concerns during delivery.
- Provide exceptional customer service, creating a positive experience for all customers.
- Partner with the field sales team and store personnel to meet customer needs.
- Handle all products with care to avoid damage and ensure safe transport.
- Follow all traffic laws and company policies for safe driving practices.
- Handle returns, exchanges, or customer inquiries as needed.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older, with at least 3 years of driving experience and meet MVR check requirements.
- Previous truck delivery experience is a plus but not required.
- Experience with hand trucks, dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- DOT Medical Card as required.
Skills
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Physical and mental stamina to move quickly and safely in-store and outdoors.
- Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with proper material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jack, forklift, dolly).
- Ability to lift and move large, bulky, or heavy merchandise.
- Proficiency in operating delivery-related equipment safely and accurately.
- Strong customer service skills with a professional and friendly attitude.
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read, write, and count accurately for documentation.
- Ability to navigate using GPS systems and maps.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Calendar.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Working Conditions
- Regularly work near mechanical equipment.
- Drive assigned markets in all weather and road conditions.
- Moderate noise level in the work environment.
Physical Requirements
- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling, stooping, or bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
Benefits
Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply offer a comprehensive total reward package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Family planning resources, including adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Part-time new hires gain eligibility for benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement is met, benefits eligibility begins the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.