Truck Driver - Local Delivery

Position Responsibilities

May include;

§  Load, unload and deliver product to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes as possible

§  Maintain required logs and reports necessary to maintain compliance with DOT and Company policies relating to safety standards and operation of delivery vehicles, forklifts etc.

§  Safely load and properly block, brace, and secure the cargo.

§  Strong knowledge of driving/traffic and transportation laws, regulations and ensure continuous compliance while operating the truck(s). 

§  Operate forklift safely and efficiently to transfer, load, unload product – ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded into customer

§  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

§  Notify the manager immediately of any accidents, damage, violations and areas of concerns to implement corrective measures and/or actions.

§  Follow good housekeeping and safety practices at all times.

§  Act as the warehouse and/or front counter back up as needed

§  Perform additional duties as needed

Nature and Scope

·        Takes direction from lead.

·        Works within well-defined instructions.

Knowledge and Skills

·        Safe driving skills; proven abilities to  safely operate a flat bed or box truck

·        Must meet and pass DOT standards

·        Ability to successfully pass forklift training and delivery truck driving tests through our Prove it Pass it training within 30 working days of start date

·        Ability to safely operate a forklift as needed

·        Ability to safely load/transfer product in/to designated locations in a timely manner without causing damage

·        High level of attention to detail and surroundings

·        Ability to follow all policies and established practices for branch, driving and warehouse operations.

·        Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.

·        Must be compliant and results oriented.

·        Be dependable, 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 to process transactions and generate reports and orders

·        Able to multi-task well with the ability to assist in warehouse or front counter or a branch as needed

·        Must be reliable and dependable; and able to work assigned hours and days.

Experience

·        3 plus consecutive years of driving a commercial vehicle

·        Current Valid Driver License with excellent driving record

·        2 plus years of warehouse / logistics experience is a plus

Education

·        High school diploma or equivalent (for example GED)

·        Previous training on operating forklifts and delivery trucks is highly preferred