The Driver is responsible for safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations. The driver will safely load, unload and transfer products as needed utilizing various equipment and forklifts within the branch location, trucks/trailers and sites. The driver will need to have effective and high quality customer service skills as well as assist the branch/warehouse operations as needed with warehouse duties and front counter duties. This position is located in Portland, OR

Responsibilities

May include, in addition to;

• Load, unload and deliver product to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes as possible
• Maintain required logs and reports necessary to maintain compliance with DOT and Company policies relating to safety standards and operation of delivery vehicles, forklifts etc.
• Safely load and properly block, brace, and secure the cargo.
• Strong knowledge of driving/traffic and transportation laws, regulations and ensure continuous compliance while operating the truck(s).
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to transfer, load, unload product – ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded into customer
• Perform pre-check and post-check operations of Company vehicles and forklifts per required procedures
• Perform warehouse duties and ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded / transferred for customers
• Notify the manager immediately of any accidents, damage, violations and areas of concerns to implement corrective measures and/or actions.
• Follow good housekeeping and safety practices at all times.
• Act as the warehouse and/or front counter back up as needed
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs

Knowledge and skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and surroundings
• Basic Computer skills including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders
• Ability to successfully process (ex. Loading and Unloading) products
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse

Qualifications:

• 1 plus years of delivery driver experience
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. DOT screening annually.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

Wage: $19.00-$21.00 per hr

The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for employees include healthcare and dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, 401K and different types of paid time off.