DRIVER - LOCAL DELIVERY

Local Delivery Driver position at our Alpharetta, GA branch. The Driver is responsible for the safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations, including loading, unloading, and transferring products using various equipment and forklifts.

Why work with us?

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires
• Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills
• Growth opportunities to advance your career
• Part of a global company backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes possible
• 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 while operating trucks
• 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 or transferred for customers
• Notify the manager immediately of any accidents, damage, violations, or areas of concern to implement corrective measures
• Follow good housekeeping and safety practices at all times
• Act as warehouse and/or front counter backup as needed
• Perform additional projects or duties to support ongoing business needs

Requirements

• Safe driving skills with proven ability to operate a flatbed or box truck
• Must meet and pass DOT standards
• Ability to pass forklift training and delivery truck driving tests within 30 working days of start date
• Ability to safely operate a forklift as needed
• Ability to safely load and transfer products without causing damage
• High level of attention to detail and awareness of surroundings
• Ability to follow all policies and established practices for branch, driving, and warehouse operations
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and good judgment
• Dependable, results-oriented, and compliant with job expectations
• Ability to work well in a team environment and establish positive working relationships with employees and customers
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including data entry for processing transactions, generating reports, and orders
• Able to multitask and assist in warehouse, front counter, or branch as needed
• Must be reliable, dependable, and able to work assigned hours and days

Qualifications

• 2+ consecutive years of driving a commercial vehicle
• Current valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record
• 2+ years of warehouse/logistics experience is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• Previous training on operating forklifts and delivery trucks is highly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
• Annual DOT screening required