Driver

PREREQUISITES

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year experience as a delivery driver.
• Outstanding safety record.
• Valid California driver license with driving record that meets company criteria.
• Pass DOT physical.
• Wear safety toe footwear.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

JOB DUTIES

• Transport and deliver well in accordance with a schedule, including emergency, rush deliveries or pick- ups that require overtime.
• Verify count and condition of transported items, reporting any damage as applicable.
• Assist in loading and unloading freight as required.
• Secure loads properly.
• Assure loads are within weight limits.
• Operate truck in a safe manner.
• Perform daily truck inspection and report any defects to your supervisor.
• Maintain and operate vehicles in a manner that projects positive company image to customers and the general public.
• Maintain a good safe driving record.
• Ensure good customer relations by consistently delivering orders on time and by acting in a courteous, professional manner.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper PPE.
• Use and check email daily.
• Perform other duties as directed.

EQUIPMENT USE

• Delivery truck, hoists, tie downs, forklift, pallet jack, computer, printer/scanner/copier/fax and telephone.

WORK HOURS AND ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Monday – Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm; overtime, weekends and holidays as required. On-call may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Delivery truck, shop, various plants and office environment.

ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Ability to interact professionally with customers effectively and promote positive company image.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision insurance - benefits start the first of the month after the hire date, so there is not an extended waiting period!
• $25,000 life insurance
• 401(k) with weekly 25% company match.
• Paid Time Off: 10 days accrued the first year of employment.
• Paid Sick Time: 5 days given at time of hire.
• 8 Paid Holidays.
• 1 Paid Floating Holiday.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

• None.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.