DRIVER - LOCAL DELIVERY

About the role

Local Driver is responsible for the safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations. The driver will safely load, unload, and transfer products using various equipment and forklifts within the branch location, trucks/trailers, and sites. The Driver assists branch/warehouse operations as needed with warehouse duties and front counter duties, and must possess high-quality customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and deliver product to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes.
• Maintain required logs and reports necessary to comply with DOT and Company policies relating to safety standards and operation of delivery vehicles and forklifts.
• Safely load and properly block, brace, and secure cargo.
• Ensure continuous compliance with driving/traffic and transportation laws and regulations while operating the truck(s).
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to transfer, load, and unload product, ensuring accurate product and quantity.
• Perform pre-check and post-check operations of Company vehicles and forklifts per required procedures.
• Perform warehouse duties and ensure accurate product and quantity is being loaded/transferred for customers.
• Follow good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Heavy lifting required.
• Act as warehouse and/or front counter backup as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years old.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
• Working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics and current Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 years.
• Placement as driver is contingent upon successful completion of DOT road test, pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, and background check.
• DMV record cannot reflect an excess of 2 moving violations and/or preventable accidents within the past 3 years.
• Valid driving license with excellent driving record.
• Must pass DOT standards.
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office (Outlook & Excel), Mincron, and a scanner.
• Able to multi-task and assist in warehouse, front counter, or branch as needed.
• Timely and conscientious of time.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• 3+ years of driving a commercial vehicle.
• High school diploma or GED.
• DOT screening annually.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or lift lighter items repetitively, or perform 2-man lifts for heavier items.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.