Job purpose
The Driver safely operates the delivery vehicle, and follows designated routes to deliver products to customers in a timely, organized manner. The driver is responsible for physically unloading product from the truck and moving product into customer locations.
Duties and responsibilities
Safely operate a box truck, driving various routes during business hours
Deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses and through different routes on a daily basis
Follow specific delivery routes and time schedule to meet or exceed delivery deadlines
Respond to back-calls and pick-ups from vendors or customers as needed.
Load and unload a delivery vehicle using hand trucks, pallet jacks, fold-downs and/or by physically carrying items.
Maintain professional and courteous interactions with customer contacts at each delivery site
Collect payments from customers in the form of cash or check, record invoices, and give all to VP of Operations or Day Logistics Clerk at end of shift.
Understand and comply with DOT regulations.
Understand and comply with company Driver Safety Manual
Complete driver medical certification every two years
Handle all products with care to avoid damages and loss
Take initiative to accomplish open tasks; be proactive and seek additional work when available
Maintain positive work relations; support team work and help coworkers to accomplish team goals
Listen and communicate respectfully with employees at all levels within the organization
Attendance; Maintain regular attendance and follow call out and time off procedures as outlined in the handbook.
Comply with company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with a Driver or as may be assigned
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license, minimum of Class D
Acceptable driving record as defined by our insurance policy, with no major violations and few, if any, minor violations
Good communication and listening skills.
Basic math skills.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Time management; Ability to handle multiple demands and work to meet deadlines
Dependability; Exhibit a reliable and consistent work ethic
Punctuality; arrive on time to work and return on time from breaks
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to be flexible and to adapt to quickly changing conditions.
Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior work as a delivery driver of, at minimum, a 24-ft commercial box truck.
Experience driving a box truck throughout New Jersey, New York City and the outer-boroughs
Working conditions
The Company will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with the Director of Human Resources should you require an accommodation or have any questions.
Work Environment
This job operates in a delivery vehicle travelling on major roadways in multiple cities and states. When making deliveries, moving in and out of customer locations, the role is exposed to outdoor elements such as weather. The position routinely uses hand trucks, pallet jacks and fold-downs.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work begin at approximately 5:00 a.m. and end when deliveries or pick-ups are completed. Start and end times will vary based on routes assigned. The total hours per week are a minimum of 40 hours and may exceed 40 hours per week on a regular basis.
This position may occasionally require longer hours when workload or project deadlines require it.
Travel
Travel includes daily driving of a delivery vehicle on designated routes throughout various cities and states.
Physical requirements
The physical demands described here are…