Delivery Driver

Job Title: Delivery Driver
Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Operations

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
Prepared Date: 10/2012

SUMMARY
Principle responsibility is for delivery and pickup of products by commercial vehicle under minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 *Delivers, picks up and transfers product to assigned destinations by COMMERCIAL vehicle or

other assigned vehicle.

*Responsible for collection of C.O.D. payments and/or cash payments.

*Responsible for product verification against invoices and pickup orders or transfer slips and to

insure proper counts, proper product and obtaining or giving proper signature.

*Responsible for proper handling and temperature of product from time of departure until

Delivered or completion of check in.

*Operates assigned equipment, maintains appropriate Class Drivers License and DOT medical

certificates. Report all mechanical defects and assures proper maintenance requirements are

met for assigned motor vehicles.

*Adheres to and complies fully with all motor carrier safety regulations set forth by the U.S.

Department of Transportation. Must fully comply with all state and interstate motor carrier

driver regulations, operates motor vehicle in a courteous manner and keeps interiors neat and

orderly.

*Load and unload product to meet company and customer requirements often times lifting boxes

weighing up to 100 pounds each.

*Complies with all safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports all accidents and/or injuries in accordance with company policies and procedures.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 *Must be able to accommodate changing shift starting and ending time due to work load.

*Represents the company through proper maintenance of full uniform requirements, personal

Appearance and professional conduct.

*Must clean all garbage and any other waste materials inside of vehicle both cab and load box at

the end of the day.

*Perform customer service functions according to company policy on: collecting cash, returns,

Additional billing, overages, shortages and substitution procedures.

*Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

*Basic mathematical and computation skills.

*Strong communication and customer service skills.

TOOLS NEEDED & PROVIDED:

 *Cell Phone

*Delivery Dolly

*Uniform, Boots

*Box cutters

*Tape

*Load Locks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

*Must be able to drive

*Must be able to lift, bend, carry and climb in and out of the vehicle 80% of the time.

*Exposed to elements such as extreme temperatures; all varieties of inclement weather, noise and

fumes from vehicles.

*Must be able to lift/carry up to 100 lbs. Push/pull 200lbs frequently (two wheel dolly).

*Can expect to deliver up to 20,000 lbs of product per day in the busy season for 5 days per

week.

REASONING ABILITY:

Candidate must be able to work in a productive and timely manner and meet work schedules. Must have the ability to reason through situations as well as comply with company regulations.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Must be able to read, understand and speak in English clearly. Candidate must have the ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, listen well and respond appropriately.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

 A valid Class B Driver’s License and a valid Medical Certificate is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidate must display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments and requirements. The employee is expected to contribute to an atmosphere that is respectful, professional, productive and comfortable for our fellow employees, customers, business partners and the general public.

Refer to the Employee Handbook for all other work environment expectations.