What are the responsibilities and job description for the Box Truck Driver position at L J Zucca Inc?
LJ Zucca is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable delivery driver to support the logistics and transportation of products to our valued customers.
Objectives of this role
- Provide excellent customer service and build customer loyalty by delivering products in a timely, cordial manner
- Ensure orders are delivered accurately and in good condition
- Communicate any issues or delays and resolve problems efficiently
- Represent the company with excellence and professionalism by driving safely, exercising good judgment, and treating customers with respect
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple orders, delivery locations, and customers at the same time
- Deliver orders within an optimal period, and respect for customer preferences
- Safely operate a vehicle in all types of weather conditions
- Navigate local streets and highways efficiently using GPS
- Communicate clearly with customers and demonstrate an eagerness to work through any issues or points of confusion at the point of delivery
- Verify orders before each delivery and maintain a detailed, comprehensive delivery log
- Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and
federal laws and regulations and navigate ELD system app to meet DOT mandate for commercial trucking.
- Ensure that all operations follow state and federal laws and regulations.
Required skills and qualifications
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Knowledge of all applicable DOT Regulations and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- Meet all standards (medical, safety, etc.) required by the DOT and pass required drug/alcohol test and fit test.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy food orders and operate a vehicle for prolonged periods of time
- Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication and conflict resolution
- Able to squat, crouch and reach as needed to handle freight, able to enter and exit the vehicle’s cab numerous times each day, able to operate liftgate and/or ramp system to load and unload freight.
- Able to push and pull freight at a self-selected height with a force of 150 pounds.
- Able to operate both manual and automatic transmissions
- Able to carry or move freight weighing up to 70 pounds continuously throughout delivery process.
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Previous delivery or customer service experience in any industry
- Proven track record of succeeding in time-sensitive situations
- Experience in handling cash and giving change
- Familiarity with the local area, including streets, highways, and buildings
- CDL Preferred