What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Helper position at Watchman Services Inc?
OVERVIEW
We are one of the largest family owned food distributors in the tri-state area. Our quality and freshness standards are supported by the most stringent supply chain disciplines. Our care and passion for health is demonstrated by the qualifications we demand in every product bearing the Farmland Fresh Dairies name.... no hormones added / rBST free, antibiotic free milk supply, local sourcing, purity and superior taste.
INTERESTED IN STARTING YOUR CAREER IN TRANSPORTATION?
The driver helper is a vital role within our operation:
- This is a entry level position within the Transportation department. The driver helper assists the route delivery driver with loading and unloading of products on the truck.
- Delivers and stack merchandise on customer premises exercising excellent customer service and extreme safety precautions.
- Our drivers need the support of a physically strong and determined individual to assist with deliveries to 15 to 20 customers on an assigned routes.
- The helper safely assists with heavy and fast paced unloading of milk crates weighing over 40lbs each and other delicious perishable foods that are transported in our refrigerated straight trucks and tractor trailers.
- Our helpers become skilled at using hand trucks, pallet jacks, truck lift gates and electronic devices such as phones and handheld devices that are used to track our delivery process.
- The helper also assists the driver even as a passenger on the truck! Our drivers can make safer lane changes with guidance since a helper has a better blind spot view; also if the driver has to make a difficult backing, parking or turning maneuvers, the helper supports the driver by getting out of the truck and providing guidance.
BENEFITS:
- Staring rate: $18/hr
- Annual performance bonus up to $5,000
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Time off Package which includes: Sick and Holidays
SCHEDULES:
- Dispatch times: 3pm-5pm
- Shift: 10-12 hours per day, approximately
- Stops per route: 10-5 depending on location and route
- Weekends required
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the driver with deliveries
- Maintain Department of Transportation rules
- Unloading of merchandise by the use of hand trucks
- Provide an excellent customer service experience by meeting customer needs during delivery
Salary : $18