Non-CDL Driver
Position Purpose
The Non-CDL Driver at SRS Building Products ensures safe, accurate, and timely delivery of building materials to job sites, with a focus on contractors. This role supports branch operations, verifies order accuracy, performs vehicle inspections, and upholds safety standards while providing excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure safe and timely delivery of building materials to job sites, adhering strictly to company safety protocols and route plans to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, documenting any maintenance needs to uphold the highest standards of safety and vehicle operability.
- Accurately verify and manage inventory, including loading and unloading materials, to guarantee correct delivery quantities and prevent damage during transit.
- Utilize equipment such as forklifts safely and effectively for loading and unloading processes, optimizing the workflow and maintaining material integrity.
- Engage professionally and constructively with customers on-site to deliver exemplary service, addressing any queries or concerns with courtesy and efficiency.
- Maintain regular communication with managers and team members to ensure seamless delivery operations and resolve any logistical challenges promptly.
- Adhere to all corporate and regulatory safety standards, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety within and outside the branch environment.
- Document delivery processes meticulously, including capturing photographic evidence of deliveries, to support transparent and accountable branch operations.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old (18 minimum for employment).
- Valid non-CDL driver’s license with a clean record (no DUIs in 3 years, no suspensions in 5 years, max 2 violations/accidents in 18 months).
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify required).
- Screenings: Must pass a drug test, background check, and hold a current DOT medical card (for vehicles 10,001 lbs+).
Preferred Qualifications
- Delivery driving experience with knowledge of DOT regulations.
- Strong understanding of building materials, especially roofing products.
- Forklift operation experience; certification is a plus.
- Skilled in GPS and routing software for efficient deliveries.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for inventory and documentation.
- Able to work independently and manage time in fast-paced settings.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Problem-solving abilities to handle delivery/logistics issues.
- Committed to safety and company policies.
- Comfortable using mobile devices and company apps.
- Willing to participate in ongoing training and development.
- Familiar with warehouse operations and inventory processes.
- Basic math and English communication.
- Forklift experience and familiarity with conveyor, knuckle boom, or Moffett equipment.
Education
- Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred Education: Some level of vocational training or courses in fleet management is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum Years Of Work Experience: 1-2 years of professional driving experience.
Pay
The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $20.00 to $24.00 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance.
Job Location
SRS Building Products - Buffalo
1 Bud Mil Drive
Buffalo, NY 14206
Equal Employment Opportunity
SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.