Warehouse Delivery Driver
San Jose, CA, United States
EAST BAY TIRE
A career at East Bay Tire provides a unique opportunity to work in a competitive environment full of challenges and fulfilling growth throughout the East Bay, Central Valley, and Northern California. You'll have the chance to be part of our team to be creative and innovative in your role to meet the demands of an ever-evolving company and economic climate. You'll be involved in serving our communities, building lasting relationships, and be inspired by the best to grow in your career. Ours teams embrace challenge, we are very tenacious; the tenacity is what feeds our passion to be the best, but in the warehouse, we just call this True Grit.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The warehouse driver is responsible for driving various East Bay Tire vehicles while delivering goods and products to customers, clients, and accounts. You will make deliveries and pick up inventory as needed.
DUTIES INCLUDE
Active participation in East Bay Tire's Safety program to maintain a healthy and injury free environment
Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth
Drives commercial truck to deliver tires to customers as well as other East Bay Tire locations
Performs initial vehicle inspection at the beginning of each shift
Unloads different types and sizes of tires at delivery site
Collects money from customers on COD accounts
Records delivery information on pick tickets
Inform regular customers of new tires available when questioned
Listens to and resolves service complaints
Collects or picks up rejected tires or unsold merchandise
Issues or obtains customer signature on receipt for pickup or delivery
Responsible for routine vehicle presentation/cleanliness
Work on special projects and perform other tasks as needed
Adherence to company and safety policies and procedures
REQUIREMENTS
Must have at least 2 years' experience working as a commercial or warehouse driver
Experience working in a warehouse as a technician or driver preferred
Experience delivering parts or products to customers
Experience working in the tire industry preferred but not required
Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
Must have a strong commitment to achieving goals with a teamwork mentality
Must have great communication/interpersonal skills
Must be motivated with a good business sense and understanding
Must have good decision making/judgment skills
Must be extremely organized, detail orientated.
Must be a team player, with the initiative and ability to do what it takes to get the job done
Computer skills with a variety of programs including Excel, Outlook, and various other computer systems
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Must be a self-starter, be willing to take initiative and willing to work without direct supervision
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds as required for the job
Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and work independently on tight deadlines with multiple priorities
LOCATION
This position will work out of our San Jose, CA location.
PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to:
Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise
Routinely use computer equipment including monitors, keyboards, etc.
Frequently sit and stand to perform work, visit locations, load and unload trucks, use hand trucks, lift tires and parts, pack boxes or put materials together
Adherence to safety protocols and policies while using proper PPE is a must
Ability to lift to 50 pounds
Work flexible/varying schedule to support the team, customers, and deadlines
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.
East Bay Tire is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.
NOTICE TO RECRUITERS, EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES AND/OR VENDORS
Please note that East Bay Tire does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies or vendors. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, East Bay Tire will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without East Bay Tire's authorization, East Bay Tire without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of East Bay Tire. Verbal commitments from any East Bay Tire employees will not be considered binding terms. This applies to all East Bay Tire locations and offices. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiters and vendors to know this policy.