Warehouse Driver

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Department: Warehouse Drivers Job Status: Part - Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Shipping Manager

Work Schedule: Saturday - Sunday Positions Supervised: NA

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Warehouse Driver reports to the Shipping Manager or their designee. Drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of products to warehouses and cruise ship locations throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Pompano, Key West, and West Palm Beach Counties, as well as ports including Port of Miami, Port Everglades, Port Canaveral, and Port of Tampa. Drivers operate trucks with 53-foot trailers, utilizing routing software when needed, and may assist with loading and unloading shipments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate company vehicles to pick up and deliver merchandise or packages
• Load and unload vehicles, verifying items against shipping manifests
• Follow assigned routes to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors via phone or radio for delivery updates
• Obtain signatures and submit receipts for all deliveries; collect payments when required
• Inspect vehicles for proper maintenance (fuel, oil, water, brakes, tires, lights) and report mechanical issues
• Maintain accurate HOS (Hours of Service) and ELD records at all times
• Perform daily truck and trailer inspections.
• Cross-train in warehouse operations and assist as needed
• Follow all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety policies
• Report delays, accidents, or other transportation issues immediately

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL class A driver’s license required
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience (tractor-trailer experience preferred)
• Ability to operate straight trucks and tractor-trailer combinations
• Prior grocery store, consumer product, or customer service experience is a plus
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Able to work long hours and weekends during busy seasons

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Operate hand trucks and industrial power trucks safely
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices
• Professional appearance and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision
• Maintain clean and safe vehicle operation

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Electronic Logging Device (ELD)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Abilities Lift /Carry Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less C (Constantly) Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs C (Constantly) Sit C(Constantly) 21-50 lbs C (Constantly) Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally) Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally) Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly) Climb O (Occasionally) Crawl O (Occasionally) Squat or Kneel C (Constantly) Bend C (Constantly) 41-100 lbs O (Occasionally) Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Sound (Sounds)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Warehouse Climate – Exposure to heat and cold. This job requires working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.