Western Hydro Delivery Driver - Wichita, KS

Western Hydro is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies) in the United States, specializing in water equipment components for residential, commercial, and irrigation systems installed by professional contractors. We are known in our local markets for quality service, long-term employees, and representing top manufacturers in the industry. Headwater Companies is a division of Franklin Electric, a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ (FELE).

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred, but not required
• Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / DWI within the previous 5 years
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
• Must enjoy interacting with customers and providing excellent customer service

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and/or trailers
• Properly secure loads in accordance with state/federal regulation and common safety practices
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly
• Assist in other duties at the branch, including warehouse and yard inventory responsibilities
• Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment (gas, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes) to ensure proper working condition
• Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers
• Submit receipts and money received from deliveries
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations
• Adapt to unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
• Maintain company gas card, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance
• Ensure Driver License and Medical Certificate are current and on person at all times while driving a company vehicle

Physical Activities

• Regularly required to sit and to talk or hear
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Pay

• $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
• $1,000 (~$2.00/hr.) Quarterly Safety Bonus Program (increases with seniority)
• Annual merit increases

Schedule

• Delivery routes with multiple stops
• 100-500 mile driving radius from the branch
• Full-time

Benefits

• 20 days off in your first year (10 days Paid Time Off, increasing after year 1; 10 days Paid Company Holidays)