DRIVER - LOCAL DELIVERY

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the role

The 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 will assist 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 of product is being loaded/transferred for customers.
• Follow good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Act as warehouse and/or front counter backup as needed.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years old.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
• Working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics.
• Working knowledge of 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.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office including Outlook & Excel, Mincron, and a scanner.
• Able to multi-task well and assist in warehouse, front counter, or branch as needed.
• Timely to work and conscientious of time.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• 3+ years driving a commercial vehicle.
• High school diploma or GED.
• DOT screening annually.

Physical Requirements

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

Pay

$19.00 to $24.00 hourly