What are the responsibilities and job description for the Local Delivery Truck Driver position at Estes Design and Manufacturing?
**POSITION: **
Truck Driver
**DEPARTMENT: **
Shipping
**REPORTS TO: **
Shipping Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable local delivery truck driver with excellent customer service skills. As a part of our shipping/delivery team, you will be responsible for driving the company box truck to various locations around the Indianapolis, IN locale to deliver both in-process parts to vendors and finished goods to customers. Previous warehouse and delivery experience are preferred and a clean driving record is required. The ideal candidate for this position is a diligent worker who can complete tasks successfully with little to no guidance.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Truck Driver
**DEPARTMENT: **
Shipping
**REPORTS TO: **
Shipping Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable local delivery truck driver with excellent customer service skills. As a part of our shipping/delivery team, you will be responsible for driving the company box truck to various locations around the Indianapolis, IN locale to deliver both in-process parts to vendors and finished goods to customers. Previous warehouse and delivery experience are preferred and a clean driving record is required. The ideal candidate for this position is a diligent worker who can complete tasks successfully with little to no guidance.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Safely transport sheet metal products to and from specified locations around the Indianapolis area
- Efficiently plan routes to help meet delivery schedules
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Secure product and properly arrange and balance it within the truck to prevent damage
- Assist in the loading and unloading of goods, using hand trucks and forklifts as required
- Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
- Interact with customers and vendors in a professional manner and maintain a positive attitude
- Refuel and clean box truck as needed
- Obey and follow applicable traffic laws making safety a priority at all times
- Notifying management of any accidents, parking tickets, vehicle damage, and major maintenance issues
- Follow written or oral instructions regarding daily tasks and job duties
- Maintain professional appearance and demeanor
- Perform other duties as required
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Proven work experience as a truck driver
- Indiana For-Hire Endorsement is a minimum qualification.
- Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize responsibilities
- Highly motivated and focused; a self-starter who works well independently
- Alert, focused and detail-oriented
- High level of composure and good stress management abilities
- Ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise
- Technical competence and adequate computer skills
Salary : $20 - $25