What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate / Delivery Driver position at Diversified?
What part will you play?
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Driver to transport goods to various destinations. The Driver will be responsible for ensuring the safety of the vehicle and payload, as well as adhering to all traffic laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a clean driving record and excellent communication skills. Additionally, this position is accountable for, properly documented execution of delivery requests, as well as the ability to collaborate and communicate with a variety of other departments and warehouses.
Warehouse location: Cranford, NJ
What will you be doing?
This position is required to deliver products and materials to job sites and between buildings.
Ensure the safety of the vehicle and payload.
Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized vehicle.
Communicate effectively with POC and/or Dispatch.
Perform routine vehicle maintenance and inspections (Tires, Fuel, Oil, DEF).
Report any accidents or incidents to management.
Ensure that delivery requests are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with project specifications, as well as Warehouse operations policies and procedures. Confirm all documentation Is correct and present prior to loading goods onto delivery truck.
Maintain a safe and clean warehouse facility: breakdown boxes and control waste; store shipping pallets and other warehouse materials and equipment; follow procedures and warehouse operations processes; comply with safety policies.
Unload and receive deliveries: Follow warehouse operations inbound procedures, sign for inbound freight / parcels, notating piece count, damage, carrier provided exception numbers, and rejection of damaged goods with management approval.
Stage freight parcels in the inbound staging area for processing.
Weigh, and label outbound shipments, including small package and freight shipments. Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
What do we require from you?
High School Diploma/GED
1 years of experience as a delivery driver; box truck experience preferred
Ability to read, write and speak English, follow verbal instructions, and use simple math
Ability to work a flexible schedule including arriving at warehouse at 5:00 AM for early delivery and the ability to take a late delivery 6:00 PM
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
DOT Certified
MEC Certified
Ability to safely handle a 26’ box truck in DC/NYC environments.
Organizational skills applicable to loading & unloading trucks.
Knowledge of how to strap/secure loads within a truck for transport.
Ability to follow GPS driving instructions.
Operate a liftgate.
Ability to follow directions and adhere to schedules
Physical ability to load and unload goods, if applicable
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously to customers and partners, both internal and external.
Preferred:
Forklift training/certification is preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Inventory Control experience.
Salary : $23 - $33