What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Driver position at Briggs Inc of Omaha?
Description
JOB OBJECTIVE: Route Driver will deliver material to customer shops and job sites in a safe and prompt manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Route Driver will perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections to comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations as applicable.
- Maintain truck for safe operation, cleanliness and proper fuel.
- Load and unload material on truck.
- Responsible securing material to truck before moving truck.
- Check orders for accuracy.
- Develop efficient delivery route to deliver material to customer shops and job sites.
- Communicate effectively with customers.
- Report problems with deliveries or material to Branch Manager.
- Responsible for notifying Branch Manager of any truck/equipment failure or vehicle accidents.
- Train on the safe usage of warehouse equipment.
- Operate warehouse equipment, such as the forklift.
- Assist in cleaning and maintenance of warehouse.
- Stock material in racks and bins when requested.
- Assist in pulling orders for delivery or shipping.
- Assist in receiving as needed.
- Assist in counting physical inventory
- Perform duties as requested by branch management. Assigned responsibilities and duties may vary based upon branch size and operations.
Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Route Driver will lift in excess of 20 - 50 pound objects constantly and in excess of 100 pound objects occasionally is required. Climbing ladders, stairs, and ramps. Balancing. Pushing and pulling. Crouching and kneeling. Grasping objects. Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction.
VISION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum vision required to prevent injury to oneself and others.
JOB STANDARDS: Route Driver must comply with all OSHA regulations. Must comply with all local and state requirements concerning traffic safety and licensing and comply with all DOT regulations. Abide by all policies, rules, and regulations of Briggs Inc. including all applicable safety rules and regulations. Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical skills.
JOB LOCATION AND EXPOSURES: Route Driver activities occur inside and outside. The associate is subject to the following conditions: extreme cold and extreme heat temperatures; noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above noise level; vibrating movements of extremities or whole body; hazards such as moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, working in high places, and exposure to chemicals; atmospheric conditions that affect respiratory system or the skin; and oils.
EQUIPMENT USED: Delivery truck, forklift, hand truck, order picker, tow motor, shrink wrap machine, pallet jack, dock loader, cherry pickers, band machine, wire cutter, band cutter, razor cutter, tape gun, rolling ladder, lift gate, and staple gun.
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.
REQUIRED: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience/Education
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
- Daily contact with customers requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.