What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver position at TEKWELD?
Who We Are:
Tekweld is a leading partner in the promotional product industry, offering a wide range of items like drinkware, health products, bags, and custom packaging. We’re known for our commitment to customer satisfaction and are the preferred choice for businesses seeking promotional products and custom packaging solutions. Recently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Promotional Products Industry by Counselor Magazine, this accolade reflects the dedication, creativity, and hard work of the Tekweld team. We prioritize fostering a workplace culture that values employee contributions, encourages professional growth, and supports work-life balance.
Who We’re Looking For:
At Tekweld, we strive to create a dynamic work environment by hiring passionate, committed, and driven individuals who can deliver a high-class customer experience. We seek reliable, motivated, and energetic individuals with a strong work ethic to join our team.
We are looking for a Van Driver to manage our delivery runs, and transport materials between multiple locations as needed. The ideal candidate can work independently and is comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Plans and completes an efficient delivery and pick-up route for the day
- Loads delivery vehicle with pallets and packages scheduled for delivery
- Delivers items to correct addresses, obtaining signatures and proof of receipt when necessary
- Picks up packages/pallets along the scheduled route, including items to be returned, company orders, and other items as requested
- Maintains basic records of van mileage and deliveries made
- Ensures that delivery vehicle receives basic service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor
- Assists in general warehouse duties when the delivery route is completed
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 2 years of Driving experience
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Lift-gate and forklift experience is a plus
- Bilingual preferred but not required (English & Spanish)
- Strong prioritization and time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow instructions
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
- Must be able to load and unload packages with and without dollies in various types of weather
- Must be able to navigate a warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching
Tekweld is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19