Description

The Delivery Box Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of products to customers in a manner that meets customer requirements.

He or she will load and unload the products from the vehicle and verify contents against shipping invoices or inventories.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older
• 1 3 years of direct experience in a similar position preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Clean driving record
• Ability to drive and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Ability to secure and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws

Responsibilities

• Build and ensure excellent customer service by consistently delivering orders on time and in good condition and by acting in a courteous and professional manner
• Comply with all Department of Transportation standards and regulations and maintain a good driving record
• Unload and deliver products at assigned stops using hand trucks
• Verify count and condition of goods unloaded; and accurately report all overages, shortages, and breakage / damage
• Report customer needs and concerns to appropriate management and participate in delivering resolutions
• Complete pre-trip inspections before leaving the warehouse and post-trip inspections upon return to the warehouse and properly document all maintenance problems and defects in writing
• Maintain constant communication and collaboration with the sales and delivery departments to work together as a team
• Become familiar with United’s portfolio of brands
• Remain knowledgeable of and adhere to federal and state regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Customer Focus
• Professionalism
• Relationships
• Flexibility
• Time Management
• Material Control
• Effective Judgment
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Solution-Oriented
• Collaboration

Critical Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Able to read, write, and perform basic math computations
• Working knowledge of computerized hand-held devices
• Ability to use learn and United technology
• Results-driven (performance)

Working Conditions

• Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather
• Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas
• Able to work in an environment with moderate noise levels

Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

• Regular, reliable attendance required
• Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks
• Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Able to down stack and relocate large amounts of product weighing up to 180 lbs throughout the day
• Able to perform greater than average lifting, with some overhead lifting required
• Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products
• Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance

Last updated : 2024-02-27