Driver
Denver
Job Description Job Description Description:
Job Summary
The Driver prepares for daily deliveries by contacting customers, pulling materials, loading trucks and safely transporting merchandise from our distribution warehouse to various businesses and households.
Essential Job Duties
Prepare truck for operation by inspecting general condition of truck ie; tires, fluids, etc.
Maintain safe operation and clean appearance of vehicle by complying with organization’s operational policies, procedures, and standards, as well as state and local driving rules and regulations
Cleaning truck exterior and interior.
Load hardwood products on truck using a forklift
Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds
Check product for accuracy
Secure load
Safely follow routes and time schedules
Contact customers on their route 1 day prior to delivery
Serve customers by understanding and resolving or escalating complaints; adjusting orders
Manually unload truck to deliver product to customers
Maintain delivery records by obtaining receipt acknowledgments and completing driver log and truck performance forms
Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
Other duties as assigned
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain Safety - Employee consistently follows safety policies/procedures and works safely.
Teamwork – employees respect and support each other and function together well. Conflict is handled swiftly and skillfully.
Attendance – strive for low absenteeism and tardiness.
Supports the culture – Employee consistently shows positive energy, looks in the mirror to find solutions, and is committed to continual improvement.
Teamwork Characteristics – Employee consistently respects the break schedule; gets along well with others and respects company property
Quality of Work – Employee is consistently quality minded and pays attention to details.
Attendance - To contribute to the team means being at work and being on time. Being dependable is extremely important to your team.
Influences Others – Employee consistently sets a good example for other employees.
Reporting
The Driver reports to the Transportation Supervisor
Key Skills and Competencies
Ability to operate forklifts and trucks in a variety of weather conditions
Maintain a clean driving record
Thorough product knowledge
Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds
Working knowledge of computer systems
Understanding of health and safety regulations
Organizational and time management skills
Must have strong attention to detail
Must work independently as well as be a team-player
Basic math skills
Professionally communicate with customers
Patience and the ability to stay calm in stressful situations
Problem solving skills
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Day range:
Monday to Friday
Experience level:
1 year
Shift:
Day shift
Work Location: In person
Requirements: