Regional Delivery Driver

Established in the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina in 1963, Leonard Truck Outfitters is a manufacturer and distributor whose product lines include storage buildings, cargo and utility trailers, truck covers, truck and van accessories, carports, playhouses, chicken coops, and dog houses. We serve our residential, commercial, fleet, and government customers through our 120 retail store locations in thirteen states, supported by our corporate office (Mt. Airy, NC), distribution centers, and strategically located manufacturing facilities.

Job Summary

The Regional Home Delivery Driver is a remote, field-based position, with operations in the U.S., and has overall responsibility for safely delivering Leonard buildings and related products throughout an assigned geographic territory, providing exceptional customer service, safely operating company equipment, ensuring compliance with all applicable transportation regulations, and representing Leonard professionally during every customer interaction. Drivers are assigned to a designated home market and operate throughout their assigned region while working closely with the Driver Manager and dispatch team. This position requires flexibility to travel and stay overnight when necessary, based on delivery schedules and business demands. This position reports directly to the Delivery manager and does not have direct reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operates company vehicles to transport Leonard buildings, trailers, truck accessories, and related products throughout an assigned territory.
• Begins and ends each workday from an approved home location within the assigned service area.
• Follows daily routes, schedules, and delivery assignments provided by the Delivery Manager or dispatch.
• Maintains regular communication with dispatch regarding delivery status, delays, route changes, and customer needs.
• Loads, secures, transports, and unloads products using proper equipment and safe loading practices.
• Delivers products safely while minimizing damage to customer property and company assets.
• Assists customers with product placement when appropriate and within company guidelines.
• Conducts thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintains assigned company equipment in a safe, clean, and professional condition.
• Completes required delivery documentation accurately and timely.
• Follows all DOT regulations (when applicable), company safety standards, and vehicle operating procedures.
• Provides outstanding customer service during all deliveries while representing Leonard in a professional manner.
• Responds professionally to customer questions and resolves routine delivery concerns.
• Plans routes efficiently to maximize productivity and minimizes unnecessary travel.
• Travels throughout the assigned territory and assists in other markets as business needs require.
• Attends required safety meetings, training sessions, and operational meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies (skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities throughout the workday.
• Mechanical aptitude is preferred.
• Ability to read maps, utilize GPS technology, and efficiently navigate assigned territories.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and delivery documentation.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous delivery, transportation, logistics, or commercial driving experience preferred.
• Experience delivering oversized products, trailers, sheds, or building materials is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Travel

This position is primarily field-based and requires daily travel throughout the assigned service territory to deliver Leonard products to customers and retail locations. Drivers are expected to operate company vehicles daily and may be assigned deliveries outside their primary territory based on business needs.

Overnight travel will be required based on delivery schedules, customer locations, and operational demands.

What does Leonard Offer?

• Competitive salary compensation.
• Competitive benefits package.
• 401K with a Company match.
• Paid days off: holidays and vacation.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities to build your career with Leonard.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 75 pounds, with heavier items moved using appropriate equipment or assistance.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach throughout the workday.
• Enter and exit commercial vehicles multiple times per day.
• Secure cargo using straps, chains, binders, and other load securement equipment.
• Operate vehicles for extended periods.
• Work and drive outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and humidity.

Reasonably accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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